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International Roll-on Roll-off Ferry Services

Thursday 22 October 2020 · 3 questions

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Answered 0 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • A mid-year financial health assessment of carriers has provided assurances for the continued flow of freight on international roll on, roll off services.
  • I am grateful for the hon Gentleman's advocacy and want to see a commitment from all operators to the UK workforce and coastal communities, although these are commercial decisions.
  • There are ongoing conversations among all parts of Government to ensure an appropriate response to the end of the EU transition period, whatever the negotiation result.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Karl Turner Ind Kingston upon Hull East
Business & Trade
Context

The MP is concerned about the future of international roll-on roll-off ferry services from the UK, which are crucial for freight transportation.

Question

What assessment has been made of the future viability of international roll-on roll-off ferry services from the UK?

Answer from Robert Courts

A mid-year financial health assessment of carriers has provided assurances for the continued flow of freight on international roll on, roll off services.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Did not provide specific details or commitments about future viability or steps being taken to ensure it.

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Q2 Karl Turner Ind Kingston upon Hull East
Business & Trade
Context

The MP is concerned about P&O ferries potentially scrapping the Hull to Zeebrugge route, which could harm the economic future of his area.

Question

Does the Minister agree that it's time for P&O to invest in our area and put money into the local economy rather than paying millions to its Dubai owners?

Answer from Robert Courts

I am grateful for the hon. Gentleman's advocacy and want to see a commitment from all operators to the UK workforce and coastal communities, although these are commercial decisions.

Not addressed: Did not address whether P&O should invest in the local economy or how they can be compelled to do so.

How: Want To See A Commitment From All Operators

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Q3 Mike Kane Lab Wythenshawe and Sale East
Transport Brexit
Context

The MP is concerned about the awarding of ferry contracts worth £77 million to secure medicines post-Brexit, questioning whether these companies will employ British seafarers.

Question

What undertakings have been pursued to ensure that the companies awarded ferry contracts actually employ British seafarers?

Answer from Robert Courts

There are ongoing conversations among all parts of Government to ensure an appropriate response to the end of the EU transition period, whatever the negotiation result.

Not addressed: Did not provide specific commitments or measures related to employment of British seafarers in awarded contracts.

How: Ongoing Conversations Among All Parts Of Government

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