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Ferry company calls for ‘refocused’ attention on pay and conditions

A leading ferry company is urging the Government to “refocus” attention on improving pay and working conditions on the English Channel. Brittany Ferries said ministers should drive forward a Seafarers’ Remuneration Bill. The ferry company said it ...

05 Oct 2022 at 18:17

World

Anne takes the Staten Island ferry to Manhattan

The Princess Royal took a ride on the Staten Island Ferry during a visit to New York City. Anne was ushered to the ferry’s pilothouse as the Manhattan-bound ship crossed the New York Harbour on Tuesday escorted by police boats. A fireboat ...

05 Oct 2022 at 22:23

Local News

Rathmullan gearing up for Saturday's Inch Mile Swim Challenge

Over 100 swimmers are set to take part in the Inch Mile Swim Challenge at Rathmullan on Saturday. And while entries are closed for the main event, there is still a limited number of places available in the Kinnegar 500-metre swim aimed ...

17 Aug 2022 at 13:33

Scotland

Lib Dems: Island communities are suffering while ferry cancellations rise

Island communities in Scotland are being left to “suffer” due to high levels of ferry disruption, the Scottish Liberal Democrats have said. The party have hit out at the Scottish Government’s handling of Scotland’s ferry services as ...

27 Sept 2022 at 01:01

Crime & Court

Suspended sentence after assault on Garda and throwing food around restaurant

A man who assaulted a Garda and sprayed hand sanitiser over food in a Letterkenny restaurant has been given a suspended prison sentence. Falcarragh District Court heard that Gardaí were called to Mr Chippie, Ramelton Road, ...

25 Sept 2022 at 15:33

Home

Deadline today for tender to provide a fast ferry service to Tory Island under a 12 month contract

Today is the deadline for ferry operators to submit tenders to provide a “fast ferry” service to Tory Island for a 12 month period. The Department of Rural and Community Development provides a subsidy for running ferry ...

08 Aug 2022 at 07:33

Scotland

Jenny Gilruth urged to intervene in ferries crisis amid food rationing fears

Transport Minister Jenny Gilruth has been urged to “urgently” intervene in the ferries crisis amid reports Scottish islanders are having to ration food. A group of Scottish Conservative MSPs, including party leader ...

10 Aug 2022 at 20:41

David Suchet recalls thinking birthday invite to lunch with Queen was ‘a hoax’

Sir David Suchet has recalled thinking an invitation to have lunch with the Queen was a “hoax”, as he paid tribute to her “twinkly” demeanour. The veteran actor, best known for playing Hercule Poirot in the ...

18 Sept 2022 at 12:14

Scotland

Ferry passengers seek compensation for injuries after vessel ran aground

Passengers injured when a ferry ran aground are taking legal action in a bid to receive compensation. It is understood six people who were on the MV Alfred when it grounded in July are involved in the ...

23 Sept 2022 at 10:59

Amber traffic warning issued as widespread delays expected

Drivers are being warned to expect severe congestion, with the AA issuing its first “amber traffic warning” for Friday and Saturday. Congestion is expected to peak between 11am and 3pm on both days. ...

29 Jul 2022 at 09:15

‘Major queues’ return to Dover

Long delays returned to the Port of Dover on Wednesday morning. Ferry operator P&O Ferries warned passengers of “major queues” and to expect a two-hour wait to complete checks before they can board ...

27 Jul 2022 at 08:38

Two-hour queues at Dover ahead of ‘extremely busy’ weekend

Holidaymakers faced two-hour queues at the Port of Dover on Thursday amid warnings that this weekend will be “extremely busy”. Ferry operator DFDS urged passengers to “allow 120 minutes to ...

28 Jul 2022 at 14:11

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