Current status: Answered by Graeme Dey on 2 November 2021
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an updated estimate of the financial cost to the Isle of Arran economy of the delayed MV Glen Sannox ferry.
The Scottish Government has not undertaken any specific study into the impact of the new vessel delay on the Isle of Arran economy. However, we are very aware of the importance of reliable and regular ferry services upon which our island communities depend, including the people and businesses on Arran. Improvements implemented since 2013 as a result of the Ferries Plan included providing a 2nd vessel from May to September, resulting in increased daily sailings, a longer operating day and an extended summer season.
We continue to work with the yard to do everything we can to ensure that the new vessels enter service as quickly as possible, to deliver the further service improvements our island communities deserve