I did not mention the ferries in my speech because I wanted to talk more broadly about the economy, but the relevant authorities are well aware that I would be keen to call for another investigation. However, I am not doing so at the moment because the new transport board on the Island is trying to work constructively with our ferry companies. I want to give that a chance to work first—for Wightlink, Red Funnel and Hovertravel to work together more closely and to be more supportive of the Island, driving our economy and being part of the solution, rather than part of the problem. That is why nothing is happening at the moment, but there is that option.
Economies of the UK Islands
Proceeding contribution from
Bob Seely
(Conservative)
in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 9 May 2018.
It occurred during Debate on Economies of the UK Islands.
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