“The greater the burden placed on the Council to keep the ferries running, the greater the risk of severe cuts to other vital services our community depends upon.”
Orkney Council Leader Accuses Scottish Government of ‘blatant discrimination’
Labour Accuse the Scottish Government of Presiding over a ‘Ferry Fiasco’ to the Northern Isles
The awarding of the Northern Isles Ferry contract has been delayed again due to a legal challenge by CalMac Ferries Ltd.
Northern Isles Ferry Contract Delayed For 3 Months
“It’s important to stress that will have no impact on the Scottish Government’s commitments around reduced cabin fares and the three year freeze on islander fares.”
Alfred and MARINUS in Kirkwall Harbour
There’s always something new in Kirkwall Harbour
Stormy Seas Ahead for Ferries to the Northern Isles
The 8 year contract is estimated to be worth around £370m.
Northern Isles Ferries Procurement – All Routes to be Tendered as One Single Bundle
The contract, worth an estimated £370million, will run for eight years
“We’re facing significant challenges in our internal and external ferry services”
James Stockan Sets Up Future Meetings with Scottish Government Ministers
Delay to Cut in Orkney Ferry Fares Continues
“We want these passenger subsidies implemented as soon as possible but we need to be 100% sure that the scheme complies with state aid rules. “
Ferry Fares: Delay in Orkney – Shetland 20% Cut from Saturday
“Unfortunately, not all the commercial operators have felt able to agree to our proposals. “
