PEOPLE on Islay were in shock on Tuesday after five crew members were believed to have been sacked from a CalMac vessel that morning, leaving islanders without a ferry.
A spokesman for CalMac refused to comment on the matter – but said the boat was cancelled due to HR issues.
Unconfirmed reports from three sources say that five men were found to be under the influence of alcohol at work when tested as part of a routine monitoring of all staff.