THE launch of the Boatwatch in Devon and Cornwall took place at Roadford Lake last week, with Holsworthy police officers. The scheme has been set in place to give boat owners more peace of mind.

The sailing season traditionally commences in early April and lasts until the end of September. In the close season the avid sailors have their boats out of the water in storage in various locations.

Marine crimes are historically ones of an acquisitive nature, with the locations of these crimes centring on the moorings for those vessels or lay-up locations.

For the full report, and a round up of the area news and sport, please see this week's edition of the 'Post'.