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HMS Ambush leaves Gibraltar for repair in the UK

By John Smith • Published: 29 Jul 2016 • 16:16

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HMS Ambush leaves Gibraltar

HAVING been damaged in a collision with a merchant ship whilst on exercise off Gibraltar some two weeks ago, HMS Ambush had to make its way into the dockyard with a number of somewhat red-faced naval professionals on board!

It was confirmed by the Ministry of Defence that there was absolutely no risk of any nuclear wastage from the reactors on the submarine as the damage was all external, with images showing dents to the conning tower.

In accordance with naval procedure, its missiles and torpedoes were removed and naturally, the Spanish authorities were quick to complain about its presence in Gibraltar, even though Spain regularly entertains Russian submarines in Ceuta, possibly in breach of EU sanctions.

On July 29, Ambush left Gibraltar as it had been decided by the MOD, following a full technical revue that it would be more appropriate for repairs to be undertaken in the UK rather than in Gibraltar.

Clearly the damage to the submarine must have been superficial if it is considered safe to make the journey back to Britain.

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John Smith

Married to Ophelia in Gibraltar in 1978, John has spent much of his life travelling on security print and minting business and visited every continent except Antarctica. Having retired several years ago, the couple moved to their house in Estepona and John became a regular news writer for the EWN Media Group taking particular interest in Finance, Gibraltar and Costa del Sol Social Scene. Currently he is acting as Editorial Consultant for the paper helping to shape its future development. Share your story with us by emailing newsdesk@euroweeklynews.com, by calling +34 951 38 61 61 or by messaging our Facebook page www.facebook.com/EuroWeeklyNews

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    • Tom

      30 July 2016 • 13:35

      IIRC, the trip back to the UK will be on the surface.

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