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Concern over 'slow progress' on dock scheme

Princes Half-Tide Dock from Manannan

Dredging issue needs attention - MHK

A Douglas MHK says he's concerned at what he sees as lack of progress on a new ferry terminal in Liverpool.

David Ashford asked for an update on progress in Tynwald yesterday.

Tynwald gave approval last year to purchase Princes Half-Tide dock at a cost of £3.5 million, for a new terminal to repalce the exisiting Pier Head facility, half a mile up-river.

Minister Ray Harmer told the Court proposals to build a new terminal at the dock are at a very early stage, and its suitability has yet to be confirmed by a recently-formed project team.

Mr Ashford had concerns about dredging in particular, and now believes the issue needs to be prioritised:

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