This image of Her Majesty the Queen officially opening the Cowes Lifeboat Station in 2012 is one of several issued by the RNLI ahead of Sunday's anniversary
Local councillors said it seemed as though the number of road traffic incidents was "spiraling out of control" and that a specialist team on the Island is now needed more than ever
Last winter, the RNLI saved the lives of five swimmers and helped a further 12 back to safety, so they are sharing details of precautions that cold water swimmers can take to ensure they have an enjoyable and safe time