§ Mr. David MarshallTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what plans he has to establish sea ferry links between Scotland and EC member states; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Stewart[holding answer 18 February 1993]: My right hon. Friend has no such plans, although Scottish Enterprise has commissioned consultants to estimate the financial, economic and environmental impacts of developing new east coast port facilities, in response to potential market interest. Any decision on the establishment of a service, and on the choice of departure port, would, however, be a matter ultimately for the ferry operator.