A new inshore lifeboat is now operating in Guernsey.
The Elizabeth and Margaret Milligan B-class Atlantic lifeboat will join the Spirit of Guernsey in the harbour for a two-year trial period.
Lifeboat Operations Manager Chris Harvey said that 'getting a new lifeboat is no easy task' and that 'there have been a lot of challenges along the way.
Training the crew in particular takes time, and Chris praised the 'commitment and dedication' that they showed, by undertaking the training over the past six months.

Guernsey Budget 2027: £15m growth fund and fuel duty hikes
Donations in memory of Hannah Benfield to Alderney rescue groups
Deputies asked to approve £6m Guernsey Airport roof repairs
Majority of Guernsey stamps bought by collectors
Alex Scott withdraws from England squad
GST backlash prompts call for calm from Guernsey deputy
Deputies vote in GST at 3% as part of tax reform package
Man charged with murder of Hannah Benfield in Alderney