§ Dr. Godmanasked the Secretary of State for Scotland when he expects Caledonian. MacBrayne to announce the signing of a contract for the construction of a new passenger ferry.
§ Mr. AncramI am considering a proposal from Caledonian MacBrayne to build a further new passenger ferry. I hope to give it my decision soon, and, if it is favourable, the company will then be free to invite tenders for construction.