Steam Packet unable to give evidence to Select Committee


The Steam Packet has been unable to give evidence to a Tynwald Select Committee because of a legal challenge to the user agreement.

A Petition of Doleance has been filed against the Department of Transport by Seaside Shipping Limited and the Steam Packet is party to the proceedings.

The user agreement allows the company almost sole use of the linkspan in Douglas Harbour.

Yesterday, Deemster Kerruish adjourned the case until next April.

An advocate for the company gave a statement at a public meeting this morning.

He said at this early stage any evidence given could be in contempt of court.

The situation should be clearer by January when the Steam Packet may be in a position to speak to the Select Committee which is looking at the fare structure and the level of service offered to travellers.

It was added the company is looking forward to being able to cooperate.

Evidence was taken from passenger watchdog group Travelwatch Isle of Man.

(Story from Energy FM)

Thanks for this Helen.
The question now is, how soon will the Petition of Doleance
be addressed?
I know you will keep an eye out for us.

Next round not until April, Mike.

As I have just learned, keep an eye on Energy FM website as they don't seem to hide some stories.There was no feedback on this story on either Manx radio or iomtoday.Funny how the Steam Packet have managed to extricate some more time, and the fact that they want to co-operate,well that's a first :roll: