PM To Discuss Scilly Links
The Prime Minister the Prime Minister has agreed to meet with residents from the Isles of Scilly to discuss finding a solution to their transport problems following the end of helicopter flights in October.
Government rejects calls to subsidise a year-round sealink to the Isles of Scilly
The Government has rejected a call to subsidise a year-round sealink to the Isles of Scilly.
The islands recently lost their helicopter flights when the operator pulled out.
Transport Minister Norman Baker says the ferry link should continue to be funded by Isles of Scilly Steamship Company.
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