§ Mrs. Ray Michieasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received in respect of the proposed new timetable, due to be introduced by Caledonian MacBrayne in 1989, on the Oban-Colonsay service; and if he will make a statement.
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonI have received representations from the local community council and a number of other island interests about the proposed timetable for Colonsay from 1989 onwards. I understand that the proposed timing of one specific sailing is a matter of concern. It will be for the management of Caledonian MacRayne to reach a view on the timing of their sailing in the light of their commercial judgment and operational requirements, following their usual consultations with local community interests.