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HMS Brocklesby in Douglas harbour

Royal Navy warship HMS Brocklesby is currently in Douglas harbour, as it pays a short visit to the Island.

It's a Hunt-class mine countermeasures vessel, which works to rid the seas of mines, some of which have been floating around for decades, and protecting sea routes.

And the ship is open to the public between 10am and 1pm today (THURS) and tomorrow.

Lieutenant Commander John Cromie, its commanding officer, explains why they’ve made their way to the Island:

 

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