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The Aran Islands RNLI has appointed its first ever female Lifeboat Operations Manager.
Avril Ní Shearcaigh is the manager of the energy co-op on Inis Mór and the mother of four young children.
As Lifeboat Operations Manager, she'll ensure that lifeboats are maintained and in a constant state of readiness for launch.
Avril spoke to David Nevin - and started by explaining how she first got involved with the RNLI.
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