MDP CMU INFORMATION

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King's Harbour Master Clyde

DIRECTION No 23/24

References

A: Clyde Dockyard Port of Gareloch and Loch Long Order 2011.

Introduction

1. Mariners are advised that the King’s Harbour Master Clyde has made the following General Direction under the Clyde Dockyard Port of Gareloch and Loch Long Order 2011.

Clyde Marine Unit

2. The Clyde Dockyard Port is continuously patrolled by the Ministry of Defence Police Clyde Marine Unit (MDP CMU).

3. Its primary purpose is to enhance the security of MoD property and to enforce the implementation of the provisions of the Clyde Dockyard Port of Gareloch & Loch Long Order 2011.

4. While mariners are expected to take reasonable precautions and responsibility for their own safety, they should also be reassured that the MoD Police Clyde Marine Unit will render assistance to those in emergency situations. In such instances, patrol boats can be contacted on VHF Ch73.

5. This General Direction will be reviewed by 06 Jan 25.