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HMS Westminster scrapped in Turkey
Royal Navy's HMS Westminster frigate to be scrapped in Turkey after 32 years of service.
In brief
Royal Navy's HMS Westminster frigate to be scrapped in Turkey after 32 years of service. HMS Westminster, a Royal Navy Type 23 frigate that served since 1992, will be scrapped in Turkey after being retired from the UK fleet. Originally reported by MercoPress.
HMS Westminster retirement
HMS Westminster, a Royal Navy Type 23 frigate, completes 32 years of service before being scrapped in Turkey.
Falklands connection
The frigate made regular visits to the Falkland Islands during its career, known for its South Atlantic patrols.
Scrap destination
HMS Westminster will be sent to Aliaga, Turkey for scrapping after its final retirement from the UK fleet.
The takeaway
HMS Westminster, a Royal Navy Type 23 frigate that served since 1992, will be scrapped in Turkey after being retired from the UK fleet.
