Future of service hangs on consultant report
Politicians need to "know their stuff" before a debate assessing the future of sea services.
So says a passenger watchdog ahead of a debate in Tynwald next week.
Members will consider new reports from off-Island consultants.
Infrastructure Minister Ray Harmer knows it’s an important step for the way ahead:

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