Question reference: S6W-01037
- Asked by: Alasdair Allan, MSP for Na h-Eileanan an Iar, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: 24 June 2021
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Current status: Answered by Graeme Dey on 15 July 2021
Question
To ask the Scottish Government how the anticipated end to most requirements for physical distancing from 9 August 2021 will apply to ferries, and what plans are being made to prepare for this, including to ensure that the booking system is able to make equitable provision for islanders and tourists.
Answer
The First Minister announced on 22 June that on 9 August, subject to confirmation nearer the time, all physical distancing requirements will be removed.
Ferry operators have been planning for the removal of physical distancing in order to increase passenger capacity wherever possible.
Any additional passenger capacity released will be made available on a first come, first served basis, as per the terms of the Clyde & Hebrides and Northern Isles ferry services contracts.