A luxury cruise ship which usually ferries tourists along the Baltic coast is set to house more than 1,000 police officers protecting world leaders at next month's G7 summit. Devon and Cornwall Police has hired the MS Silja Europa for the duration of the event in Cornwall between June 11 and 13. Those staying aboard the MS Silja Europa can look forward to visiting its several restaurants, a spa, beauty salon, discos and nightclubs. 'Those staying onboard will strictly follow all the applicable COVID safety guidelines, enhanced by daily testing - consistent with staff staying at all other accommodation sites across the force area.' Cruise line Tallink describe the Silja Europa as the 'biggest and most beautiful cruise ship on the Baltic'.

Source: Daily Mail May 17, 2021 21:07 UTC