HMS Lancaster visits Barbados for Independence celebrations
Channel: bajanreporter
Date: 04/12/2013

HMS Lancaster's visit to Barbados signals the return of the Royal Navy warship to the Caribbean region.  Patrolling in tandem with the supply ship RFA Wave Knight, HMS Lancaster has offered countries in the region humanitarian support and disaster relief, as well as assistance in the war on narcotics trafficking, demonstrating the Royal Navy's continued commitment to the region.

HMS Lancaster's Commanding Officer, Commander Peter Laughton MBE, said: "It is a great honour and a privilege for me to be able to bring Lancaster to Barbados especially as we are being asked to take part in their Independence Day celebrations.  Barbados has a long and cherished history with the UK and the Royal Navy and I am look forward to renewing friendships, making new ties and supporting the people of Barbados in any way we can."