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Anger over ferry sailing times
11/03/2010 10:58:00
ANGER is mounting in Orkney over an order from the Scottish Government to Northlink to increase the sailing time from Aberdeen to Kirkwall.
The efficiency drive to save fuel and costs by using two engines instead of four, will add an extra hour-and-a-half to the voyage.
The announcement was made by the Scottish Government on Tuesday, with
Orkney Islands Council unhappy it was not informed before the
announcement was made to the press and public.
Council convener Stephen Hagan said that the ferry changes would not
help the tourist industry in the county and was another example of
Orkney being disadvantaged over the Western Isles which continue to see
the benefits of cheaper ferry fares with the Road Equivalent Tarrif on
their ferry routes.
A letter is due to be sent by OIC to the government about the lack of
communication and also concerns over the issue of car parking charges
at Kirkwall airport.
More details in Orkney Today.