Poole Patriots

The Poole Patriots are a far-right group that has been protesting against the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) due to the charity's involvement in rescuing asylum seekers crossing the English Channel. Recent news indicates that police forces in Dorset and on the south coast are actively working to protect RNLI volunteers, staff, and facilities from these activists. The RNLI itself has acknowledged the backlash and is taking steps to enhance security, even advising volunteers to consider not wearing branded clothing in public to mitigate risks. These protests highlight a growing opposition from certain right-wing elements who attribute the arrival of asylum seekers in the UK to the RNLI's rescue efforts. The group's actions have led to increased police presence and security measures around RNLI stations, underscoring the current tension surrounding migrant rescue operations and the challenges faced by humanitarian organizations.