Question reference: S6W-25401
- Asked by: Katy Clark, MSP for West Scotland, Scottish Labour
- Date lodged: 8 February 2024
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Current status: Answered by Fiona Hyslop on 20 February 2024
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what recent assessment it has made of the potential effect of the closure of the Irish Berth at Ardrossan Harbour on (a) ferry passenger groups and (b) CalMac staff.
Answer
It is for CalMac as operator of the Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Service in the first instance to determine any actions that need to be taken in response to the closure of the Irish berth, maintaining safe links that the communities rely upon.
We understand and empathise with those affected and continue to impress upon Peel Ports Group and CalMac the urgency of the situation. Transport Scotland will continue to work with CalMac to monitor the ongoing impacts on all affected by the amended services and closure of the Irish Berth at Ardrossan.