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I am grateful for the opportunity to speak in the debate. I am aware of how important ferries are to the communities that they serve and what they mean to the economy and the general wellbeing of such communities. However, we must acknowledge that £2 billion has been invested in service contracts, new vessels and infrastructure since 2007 and that, in the current five-year period, a further...
I have only four minutes, and I have a lot to get through. The islands connectivity plan will be taken forward through the national transport strategy and the strategic transport projects review, which will enable us to consider other potential viable options for connecting the islands. As I said, the islands connectivity plan will replace the ferries plan by the end of 2022, and engagement...
No—I have only four minutes, and we are pushed for time. [ Interruption .] That does not mean that I do not take an interest.
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Entered the Scottish Parliament on 8 May 2021 — Election
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