The independent assessment was carried out remotely, but sees Red Funnel become the world's first ferry operator receive the Covid-19 Statement of Compliance
Cllr Hollis told the scrutiny meeting that "I would have thought the ferries were the worst places for passing on infection" - IW Public Health say they are working hard to ensure good hygiene on ferries
This reader believes the MCA has a duty of care, not just for the ferry crews, but also for passengers on board those ferries and wants to know why Covid-19 vulnerable passengers are being forced to leave their cars
The Isle of Wight council say they are closely monitoring the number of cross-Solent passengers in order to work out when the FastCat should be reinstated. Details within
Cllr Wayne Whittle says Wightlink need to bring the Fastcat back into service now, and describes talks with the ferry company bosses as ‘very distressing’
The Isle of Wight council leader says the reinstatement of some ferries demonstrates confidence that the Island is re-opening and ready to welcome visitors back to support our local businesses