Minister committed to Inish More ferry service

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Minister for the Gaeltacht, Dinny McGinley, says he is committed to resolving a situation regarding a ferry service for the Aran island of Inis Mór.

The issue was raised in the Seanad by Sinn Féin Senator, Trevor O' Clochartaigh.

He wanted the Minister to clarify what discussions are ongoing with the community in Inis Mór about providing a year-round full-time ferry service to the mainland.

The Public Service Obligation contract ended in January last year and tenders were advertised for the route, however no company expressed interest.

The company currently operating the service says it's not sustainable unless Government funding is provided.

Speaking in the Seanad, Senator O' Clochartaigh asked for the Minister for the Gaeltacht to intervene and responding on his behalf, Minister Seán Sherlock said he's committed to seeing a resolution: