Calling Notice
Fighting for the Future of Scottish Ferries
RMT confirms schedule of public meetings
Shipping union RMT today confirmed a schedule of public meetings building support for the campaign to defend the future of Scottish ferries.
The Scottish Government review of ferry services is threatening privatisation and cuts in services, particularly the Clyde and Hebrides routes. The Government are examining the current structure and operation of existing routes and bundles which receive public subsidy.
The dates of the meetings are as follows:
- Monday 29th November – Stornoway, 7pm
- Tuesday 30th November – The Uists, afternoon meeting
- And also on Tuesday 30th November – Isle of Barra, 7pm.
- Wednesday 1st December – Brodick, Isle of Arran, 7pm
- Thursday 2nd December – Gourock, evening meeting
(details of venues to be confirmed – please check with press office)
ENDS
Further information:
Geoff Martin 0207 255 9146
07831 465 103
