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Written Question · S1W-16424 · Session 1

What steps it has taken to safeguard users of the Skye Bridge following the move into provisional liquidation of the Independent Insurance …

Answered Asked by Irene McGugan SNP Lodged 19 Jun 2001

The question

To ask the Scottish Executive what steps it has taken to safeguard users of the Skye Bridge following the move into provisional liquidation of the Independent Insurance Group, Skye Bridge Limited's public liability insurers.

The answer

Answered by Sarah Boyack on 3 Jul 2001 · 14 days after it was lodged, on time

The question of insurance is primarily a matter for the operators of the bridge, Skye Bridge Limited. However, officials have discussed the recent change in insurance arrangements with the company and are satisfied that proper provision has been maintained.

In the Official Report

No contribution in the Official Report cites S1W-16424 by reference.