Can't see this e-mail? Read it online     RYA Cruising News Follow us:           Welcome to the November issue of Cruising News Radio 4: shipping forecast amendment: Due to coverage of the US elections, the Shipping forecasts on Wednesday 7 November 0048 and 0520, will TX on Radio 4 LW only In this issue: Sailing yachts still vulnerable to pirate attacks As pirates remain active in the Indian Ocean, yachts are being advised to avoid transiting high risk areas. Studland to Portland SAC given go ahead A Special Area of Conservation from Studland to Portland has been given the go ahead by the Environment Minister. Port of London Authority issues safety information Narrowboat owners on the Thames are being advised to consider safety lessons following an incident this summer. Invasive sea squirt species found in Strangford Lough As Carpet sea squirt smothers native marine life, find out what you can do to help prevent it spreading. Navitus Bay wind farm consultation extended The third round of public consultation on the proposed offshore wind farm off the Isle of Wight has been extended to February 2013. If you have any comments, questions or views email us - editor.cruisingnews@rya.org.uk     Reeds Nautical Almanac 2013 The new 2013 edition of the indispensable trusted annual compendium of navigational data for yachtsmen and motorboaters. Also available are the Reeds 2013 Channel and Looseleaf Almanacs     Links Regulations & Safety Legal Advice Boating Abroad Buying or Selling a Boat Current Affairs Cruising   Are you taking full advantage of your RYA Membership? Find out how you can get better deals, save money and enjoy exclusive opportunities with our benefits package.       Unsubscribe  |  Legal Information  |  Manage Your Email Subscription © RYA 2012