A statement on the proposed Portland incinerator

From Mark Robinson, RYA Performance Director

Portland is the home of British Sailing.

We want it to remain so for years to come, protecting the London 2012 legacy and offering the best opportunities for future generations of our sport, however, the health of our athletes and our staff is our paramount concern right now. 

We believe in the power of community and while we know the topic of incinerators is complex, we wholeheartedly support our athletes in their right to protest. Equally, as an organisation, we advocate the principles of a circular economy to reduce reliance on waste combustion as a solution. 

If the incinerator gets the green light we are committed to working with our partners to drive forward research into the specific health concerns, in the hope that we never see the day where we have to reconsider our home.