Guardian Angel

ib1 or d class inshore lifeboat

Guardian Angel (Civil Service No 46) entered the relief fleet in October 2005. This IB1-class lifeboat is used throughout the country to provide emergency cover for station lifeboats undergoing refit or repair. She was purchased at a cost to The Fund of £20,000.

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