Written Question · S1W-31132 · Session 1
Whether the Glasgow to Barra air link is subject to a public service obligation for one year only and what the reasons are for the position…
The question
To ask the Scottish Executive whether the Glasgow to Barra air link is subject to a public service obligation for one year only and what the reasons are for the position on this matter.
The answer
The air service between Barra and Glasgow will be tendered on a one-year basis from 1 April 2003. There have been significant transport developments in the Western Isles including the provision of an enhanced ferry service on the Sound of Barra next year. Tendering the air service for one year provides a substantial overlap when both ferry and air services will be operating. An informed decision can then be taken about the future of the air service.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S1W-31132 by reference.