UK agency examines Irish Coast Guard volunteer’s death
Caitríona Lucas died during a search and rescue operation off the Clare coast last year
New safety strategy to avoid sea deaths, as figures show 99% are male
Plan includes 33 actions under headings such as information and communication, and search and rescue operations
Irish Coast Guard warned of safety implications of Varadkar plan
Malin Head station to be cut to 12-hour watches from 24 as part of staff savings
Inquiry launched into faulty marine beacons
Owners of device advised to carry out immediate testing to ensure safe operation
Cabinet approves merger of Irish Coast Guard and Marine Survey Office
Coast guard technical staff face reduction in numbers
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