An MSP has written to transport minister Humza Yousaf about the MV Caledonian Isles, following safety concerns raised by constituents over the vessel’s ability to operate its route.
West Scotland region MSP Jamie Greene was recently contacted by constituents on the island who complained that since January the ferry has been subject to a number of delays and cancellations as a result of technical faults. One constituent noted that this was due a failure of the vessel’s bow thruster.
In his letter to the transport minister, Mr Greene asked if he would look into the matter and take measures to ensure that delays and cancellations are reducing going forward. He also lodged parliamentary questions to the Scottish government on the matter.