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Picking up the Mersey pilot MV Obuasi

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Not a lifejacket in sight. Ah, the days before H&S............
 

Pat Kennedy

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This was in the days before the pilot launches,(known as the speedies)were introduced circa 1975, when the Liverpool Pilot boat was stationed at the Bar, and pilots were transferred via Dory manned by apprentice pilots as pictured.
Ive seen them come alongside in some really atrocious sea conditions without mishap. A brave and skilful body of men.
Pat
 

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