Northern Ireland sailors face red diesel ban

From 30 June 2021, recreational boat owners in Northern Ireland will be banned from using red diesel for the propulsion of their vessels.

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Instead, they will have to use white diesel. The change will come into effect as part of the Northern Ireland Brexit protocol. The Cruising Association (CA), the RYA and British Marine have all raised concerns, especially as there are no marine white diesel pumps in Northern Ireland. Demand is also insufficient for commercial operators to make provision. Instead, sailors will have to use jerry cans for refuelling.