Managing director of ferry operator gives his view on gov't consultation
The managing director of the Steam Packet says introducing photo ID requirements on the ferries would create 'faff' at the borders.
The Department of Home Affairs is looking at the measure to help improve the Island's security.
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Historically people travelling via the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company haven’t had to provide identification as a condition of carriage.
"I think for us it would be better if it was a random check, rather than every person." - Brian Thomson, IOMSPC Managing Director
Brian Thomson understand why it's being considered, but admits it could present the ferry operator with a challenge:
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