Government have no plans for hull scrubbing ban

[gotchiguy]

Just thought you might like to know

http://www.rya.org.uk/newsevents/new...aign=apr11nmem

[jlanng]

Why would they?

[willk]

Originally Posted by jlanng

Why would they?

Their assumption is that you are scrubbing a hull that has been previously antifouled. The concern is that the mechanical action will release more antifoul into nearby drains and waterways. It is a potentially serious problem, depending on the receiving waters.

[biffer]

they won't ban it, they are just trying to find a way of charging you for it.
they say they will ban and when they relent and charge you a fee you will feel thankful not having it banned.

[Shaz]

Ahh thanks for explaining - the RYA e-mail made no sense to me !