On Friday (4th December 2009), Youghal Coast Guard hosted a celebration for Clifford Winser (Retired Officer in Charge Youghal Coast Guard), to mark his recent retirement. Representatives of Ardmore, Ballycotton and  Gyleen Coast Guard attended. Mr. Norman Fullan attended on behalf of Coast Guard HQ.  Mr. John Goggin (Senior Helmsman) represented the local R.N.L.I.
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The local Coast Guard Unit presented Cliff with a glass anchor inscribed with the Coast Guard insignia and he also received a silver medallion, acknowledging his long service and contribution to the organisation.

Mr. Michael Lee, Officer in Charge presented both gifts. He spoke most eloquently on Cliff’s career and exploits. Mr. Liam Hegarty (OiC) Gyleen gave an amusing account of the adventures that he and Cliff participated in, stretching back to the days before mobile phones and e mail.

Mr. Norman Fullan recounted his involvement with Cliff at the formation of the present service, and his active role in securing the building and facilities that the local Coast Guard enjoys. Mr Anthony White (Assistant Officer in Charge) spoke on behalf of the present and past Coast Guard members.

After the formalities, refreshments and craic were enjoyed by all, at the Coast Guard Station.
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