International sailing yacht seeks refuge at Alderney's Braye Harbour

The States of an Alderney says an international sailing yacht has taken refuge at Braye Harbour.

According to the States' Facebook page it is said to be 'requiring assistance' after being met by the harbour team onboard the pilot boat.

A member of the team is set to be watching over the vessel while it is docked at the harbour, before it is escorted out of Alderney's waters during the next tide.

All communication is taking place via radio.