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Criccieth Lifeboat Station welcomes RNLI Chief Executive

Lifeboats News Release

On the afternoon of Wednesday the 13th of February, 2019 volunteer Crew Members, Station officials and shop volunteers welcomed the RNLI’s Chief Executive Officer, Paul Bossier to Criccieth Lifeboat Station.

Will Walker-Jones, Paul Bossier, Peter Williams

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Will Walker-Jones, Paul Bossier, Peter Williams
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Mr. Bossier’s visit was as part of a regional tour of RNLI Stations in North West Wales. During his visit, Mr. Bossier spoke to volunteers and thanked them for their continued support. In addition, he presented the Station’s retiring Lifeboat Operations Manager, Peter Williams with a thank you card. Mr. Williams has served the Station in various roles since 1965 and will continue as the Station’s Chairman after his retirement.

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