The wearing of masks in schools made the news today, with the Government under pressure to change its guidance. Headteachers wanted an urgent review of advice over face coverings in school and said that, if there was a U-turn, it should be "sooner rather than later". Boris Johnson said, depending on the medical advice, "if we need to change the advice then, of course, we will". It came as the head of England's exams regulator, Sally Collier, quit after thousands of students' marks were downgraded for exams they were unable to sit. No doubt this debate will continue. Today, my wife and I headed down to Portland Port to officially name a new vessel built by Manor Marine. Hosted by the company's MD, Eric Briar, Elsebet and I had a most enjoyable and interesting time. The vessel, Manor Endurance, was securely fastened to one of the port's large stone jetties, with many of the staff and suppliers present. Also present were Portland's Mayor, Cllr Sandy West, and the Rev Tim Gomm, the island's rector. I had been asked to say a few words, which I did, before handing over to my wife who successfully broke a bottle of champagne on the side of the vessel. Tim then said prayers, before we all boarded the vessel for a tour, led by Eric. Armed with a glass of champagne, Eric led us round this remarkable boat. It's been specifically designed to take personnel out to offshore wind-farms. And with a broad beam, large rear deck and 16 cabins, she's ideally suited for the role. She's driven by four Volvo Penta engines, achieving 3,000 HP, giving a cruising speed of c22 knots. Her design ensures the vessel could be used for many other roles and this is what her builders hope. The build involved more than 60 staff and about 100 local suppliers. We met many guests and had the most delicious buffet lunch provided by the Crab Cafe, located just across the causeway. The whole event was very well organised and delivered and we both thoroughly enjoyed the special occasion. Equally exciting was the news that the company is expanding to a new facility in the port, creating even more jobs. Away from the port, the PM has rightly challenged the BBC's ridiculous decision to play instrumental versions of Land of Hope and Glory and Rule, Britannia! at the Last Night of the Proms next month. He said: "I think it's time we stopped our cringing embarrassment about our history." I agree. Media reports had suggested the lyrics were being dropped due to associations with colonialism and slavery. Finally, our naming ceremony in the Port was delayed an hour due to storm Francis, which saw very strong winds and heavy rain. The latter had stopped, thankfully, by the time we arrived at the Port, although the wind had not! Made for a challenging afternoon.