Government plans for publicly funded operator CalMac have been mired in controversy, with replacement vessels delayed and costs spiralling
Almost £100m has been spent over the past decade on repairs for eight of the largest publicly owned ferries in Scotland.
The figure has been described as “eye-watering” by Sue Webber, transport spokesperson for the Scottish Conservatives, who obtained details of the repair bill from ferry operator CalMac.
Continue reading… The Guardian Read More Government plans for publicly funded operator CalMac have been mired in controversy, with replacement vessels delayed and costs spirallingAlmost £100m has been spent over the past decade on repairs for eight of the largest publicly owned ferries in Scotland.The figure has been described as “eye-watering” by Sue Webber, transport spokesperson for the Scottish Conservatives, who obtained details of the repair bill from ferry operator CalMac. Continue reading…