The ISA / IWAI Certificate of Competency for Motor Cruising on Inland Waterways The Course This short course will provide a basic level of competency to those who wish to skipper or take charge of a displacement motor cruiser on inland waters. If you have not previously done the level 1 course all its elements [...]
What do you have to do if you want to put a boat on the inland waterways or Ireland? We can't answer for every lake and river in Ireland, but we cover below the main cruising waterways in areas where IWAI has branches. This page deals with registration or licensing of the boat itself --- [...]
When I first sat down and thought about writing this article I wondered at what level should I pitch it at? What information do most of the readers have already and what information could I give out that the average reader might find new or useful. Among the subjects for discussion would be the difference [...]
WI has advised (MN#17 of 14/3/16) that L8 is now open to traffic. MN#142/15 is withdrawn.Â
WI has advised (MN#18 of 14/3/16) that L2 Ballyconnell will be closed from 14 to 25 March (weather permitting) for re-alignment of the navigation channel adjacent to the fixed landing stage on the lower level. This remedial work is as a result of the flood levels experienced over the winter period. Further information +353 (0)71 [...]
WI has advised (MN#19 of 14/3/16) that Lock 3 will be closed from 14 to 25 March for repairs to the lock operating system. Further information: +353 (0)71 96 50562.
WI has advised (MN#20 of 14/3/16) that the canal will remain closed until the 24 March for completion of works by Longford Co. Council. MN#8/16 refers.
Date of Issue: 14 February 2016 Election Candidates nationwide have been contacting the Inland Waterways Association of Ireland (IWAI) to pledge their support for an IWAI call for provision to be made for new canal bye-laws via a dedicated Canal Bill during the next Dáil. This campaign allows Candidates an opportunity to publically demonstrate their [...]
Date of Issue: 25 January 2016 Heritage Bill 2016 – prohibitive legislation that looks set to stifle the potential development of our canals for the benefit of all users Heritage Bill 2016 – Canals Act 1986 (amendment 2016) With no advance notice or consultation with the inland waterways stakeholders & canal communities the Heritage Bill [...]
