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| Cornwall fishermen offered grant scheme to cover training | Cornwall fishermen offered grant scheme to cover training |
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| The scheme will help 'up-and-coming' fishermen work towards their higher-level qualifications | The scheme will help 'up-and-coming' fishermen work towards their higher-level qualifications |
| A new grant support scheme for fishermen to progress their careers has been introduced in Cornwall. | A new grant support scheme for fishermen to progress their careers has been introduced in Cornwall. |
| The Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) and the Cornish Fish Producers' Organisation (CFPO) said it would act as a catalyst for the next generation. | The Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) and the Cornish Fish Producers' Organisation (CFPO) said it would act as a catalyst for the next generation. |
| It said the scheme will help the fishermen "develop higher-level skills and sought after qualifications". | It said the scheme will help the fishermen "develop higher-level skills and sought after qualifications". |
| CFPO Youth Board member and skipper Joel Dunn said it would help fishermen "meet the needs of the industry". | CFPO Youth Board member and skipper Joel Dunn said it would help fishermen "meet the needs of the industry". |
| He said: "Working towards developing the necessary skills and knowledge to obtain a Class 2 qualification takes time and dedication - the course runs for 12 weeks. | He said: "Working towards developing the necessary skills and knowledge to obtain a Class 2 qualification takes time and dedication - the course runs for 12 weeks. |
| "Given the current financial climate, three months in a classroom is a significant amount of time to not be at sea earning, so the financial support from the MNWB will be a major help and certainly encourage people to take on the challenge and upskill themselves." | "Given the current financial climate, three months in a classroom is a significant amount of time to not be at sea earning, so the financial support from the MNWB will be a major help and certainly encourage people to take on the challenge and upskill themselves." |
| The course will teach students how to develop skills in navigation, meteorology, stability, chart work, safety and management. | The course will teach students how to develop skills in navigation, meteorology, stability, chart work, safety and management. |
| Deputy chief executive of the MNWB Sharon Coveney said it was one of the "most rewarding sectors" to work in. | Deputy chief executive of the MNWB Sharon Coveney said it was one of the "most rewarding sectors" to work in. |
| She said: "Now, more than ever, it's crucial we see more people coming into the industry as well as those making real progression. | She said: "Now, more than ever, it's crucial we see more people coming into the industry as well as those making real progression. |
| "We are delighted to provide this grant that will play a major role in boosting careers in this industry at a vitally-important time." | "We are delighted to provide this grant that will play a major role in boosting careers in this industry at a vitally-important time." |
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| Related Topics | Related Topics |
| Fishing industry | Fishing industry |