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Old 15th August 2017, 01:20
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Now abeam of lands end. think it will turn left. Drivers got his left hand out the window. Making good time. 28.3 knots. think she will dock in Pompey tomorrow morning.
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Old 15th August 2017, 08:21
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She is arriving at 0710 tomorrow. Roads will be closed along Southsea seafront, but I think a park and ride will be in operation. I have just listened to the leader of Portsmouth Council on BBC Radio Solent who said arriving a couple of days earlier than planned has given them a few headaches security wise, but they are ready for her. Radio Solent is covering her arrival live, and because it can be picked up on line, members from all over the world will be able to listen.
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Old 15th August 2017, 12:05
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She's abeam of Portland now. I have enjoyed watching her progress on Marine traffic. Once officially in the hands of the Royal Navy I doubt if we will be able to see her again on Marine Traffic for security reasons.
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Old 15th August 2017, 16:32
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Just seen and photographed her off St Catherines Point Isle of Wight. She has since travelled further west, and I can see her from my bedroom window.
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Old 15th August 2017, 17:30
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Old 16th August 2017, 05:55
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Now she's at Nab Tower. connecting up with 4 tugs. Indulgent and Tempest.Independant closing on hwer as well as Bountiful. HMS Hurworth as security vessel.
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Old 16th August 2017, 08:39
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What is the purpose/role of the 'security vessel', please?.

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Old 16th August 2017, 13:37
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What is the purpose/role of the 'security vessel', please?.
Keeping small craft away which could contain explosives or mad yachtsmen trying to cut across her Bow. m

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Old 16th August 2017, 14:09
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What is the purpose/role of the 'security vessel', please?.

There was a lot of security prior to her arrival such as roads closed with access to the sea such as along Southsea seafront and Old Portsmouth etc. Feries were stopped entering the harbour, and even the hovercraft, which does not even enter Portsmouth harbour was delayed.
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Old 17th August 2017, 02:13
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Old 17th August 2017, 16:10
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Seen approaching Portsmouth for the first time on the 16th August 2017
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Seems an awfully big ship to carry 5 helicopters.
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Old 17th August 2017, 16:37
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Far better pictures than mine taken off St Catherines.
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Old 17th August 2017, 17:04
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Thanks David, could have done with a bit more light though.

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