AQW 16736/22-27 Written question to the Minister for Infrastructure
To ask the Minister for Infrastructure why an evening ferry service has not been included in the foot passenger Strangford ferry schedule.
Asked by Nick Mathison MLA on 15 October 2024
- Answered
- Written
- Priority
- Tabled
- 15 October 2024
- Answer due by
- 18 October 2024
- Answered
- 18 October 20243 days after tabling
- Department
- Department for Infrastructure
- Priority question
- Yes
Answer
My Department procured a passenger only vessel to maintain an essential link between Portaferry and Strangford during the essential slipway works. With a limited number of suitable boat operators available and complying with MCA and HSENI requirements the safest possible solution has been provided.