Written Question · S7W-01855 · Session 7
In relation to the National Islands Plan 2, what progress has been made on the (a) Ferries Accessibility Standard and (b) new Islands Trans…
The question
To ask the Scottish Government, in relation to the National Islands Plan 2, what progress has been made on the (a) Ferries Accessibility Standard and (b) new Islands Transport Accessibility Fund and the remit of this fund, and when both will be published
The answer
Development of the Ferries Accessibility Standard is underway following engagement with ferry users with disabilities, the Mobility and Access Committee for Scotland (MACS), ferry operators and representatives of port authorities. Work is on track to achieve the new National Islands Plan commitment to publish in 2026.Work is also progressing on our commitment to open a new Islands Transport Accessibility Fund applicable to both ferries and aviation infrastructure. The new fund will open as soon as possible, subject to available funding.Information on progress against the two commitments will be included in the National Islands Plan Annual Report to the Scottish Parliament.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S7W-01855 by reference.