The sub-sea cable would go from Lewis, cross the sea into Little Loch Broom on the west Highlands coast and land at Dundonnel, near Ullapool.

BBC: Western Isles sub-sea cable 'could affect' mud life

The report calls on a specific budgetary allocation for the Black Sea strategy, with a priority on funding small-scale development projects and cross-border co-operation.

BBC: Black Sea strategy

In the marina, he chose a motorboat with a full tank of fuel and set out across the calm sea, now free of the customary pleasure craft, petroleum tankers, and cross-Channel ferries.

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As racers cross the finish, they crouch and plant the stopping pole between their legs, pulling on it like a sea-anchor.

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Eurotunnel's purchase of assets from the former ferry operator Sea France is to face an inquiry over worries the deal could reduce competition and raise fares for cross-Channel travellers.

BBC: Eurotunnel purchase of Sea France ferries faces inquiry