HC Deb 09 December 1981 vol 14 c440W
Dr. J. Dickson Mabon

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is or will be the cost of acquiring a new or second-hand passenger-only vessel to replace the present passenger-vehicle ships on the Gourock to Dunoon ferry service.

Mr. Younger

I am still considering how best to provide for the needs of pedestrian passengers between Gourock and Dunoon. I hope to announce my conclusions shortly.

Dr. J. Dickson Mabon

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is or will be the proceeds of the sale of one of the present Caledonian MacBrayne passenger-vehicle ships being withdrawn from the Gourock to Dunoon ferry service.

Mr. Younger

For the time being, Caledonian MacBrayne is continuing to provide a pedestrian and vehicle service, as usual, on the Gourock to Dunoon route. The question of sale does not arise.