At a meeting with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) on 14 December 2022, attended by RATS (Regulations and Technical Services Group) on behalf of the CA and by other boating organisations, it was announced that no changes will be made to the VAT rules for boats located in the EU on 31 December 2020 that had never been in the UK under their current ownership. If such boats enter UK waters while owned by a UK resident then UK VAT will be payable.
Patricia Perraud, representing the town of Saint-Quay-Portrieux in North Brittany, France has become the latest supporter to join our worldwide community of Honorary Local Representatives (HLRs).
Lalizas UK is the generous sponsor of the Cruising Association’s Big Prize Winter Draw for a £2,000 voucher to spend across their New Marine Equipment Selection Catalogue.
The Cruising Association is delighted to announce that CAptain’s Mate has won the ‘Equipment Innovation of the Year’ category at the prestigious British Yachting Awards.
Former CA President, Jules Dussek, has become the new Secretary for the CA’s European Inland Waterways Section (EIWS).
After many years of dedicated contribution as EIWS Secretaries, Betsan and Neil Caldwell have handed over the helm, with Jules taking up the post from 1 November. The CA is exceptionally grateful for Betsan and Neil’s significant and longstanding contribution to promote the EIWS and support members’ cruising.
Andrew, a lifelong sailor, will be the HLR for Shetland, a thriving archipelago in the heart of the North Sea. 
Hot off the press with the news that CAptain’s Mate has won the