As an amendment to motion S6M-06071 in the name of Graham Simpson (Scottish Government Handling of Ferry Contracts), leave out from "long-awaited" to end and insert "publication of the Project Neptune report on the governance of Scotland’s ferries; notes that ministers are engaging with affected communities, staff and all stakeholders on the options for reform; recognises that over £2 billion has been invested in the support of lifeline ferry services since 2007; welcomes the commitment to publish and consult on a long-term vessel and port investment plan as part of the Islands Connectivity Plan; recognises the concerns of island communities, and that ministers continue to work closely with them during periods of disruption; agrees that ensuring accurate reporting is key to avoiding unnecessary impacts on those economies, and notes the ongoing work to deliver the vessels under construction at Ferguson Marine, the positive relations between management and unions, and the protection of hundreds of jobs at the yard, including supporting over 50 apprentices, along with many more jobs in the supply chain."
Result 65 for, 52 against, 0 abstained, 12 did not vote Vote Passed
Scottish National Party
Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Scottish Labour
Scottish Green Party
Scottish Liberal Democrats
No Party Affiliation
Submitted by: Graham Simpson, Central Scotland, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date lodged: Monday, September 26, 2022
Supported by: Sharon Dowey, Liam Kerr
Current status: Taken in the chamber on Thursday, September 29, 2022
Result 64 for, 53 against, 0 abstained, 12 did not vote Vote Passed
Submitted by: Neil Bibby, West Scotland, Scottish Labour, Date lodged: Tuesday, September 27, 2022
Supported by: Rhoda Grant, Paul Sweeney
Current status: Taken in the chamber on Thursday, September 29, 2022
Result 23 for, 93 against, 0 abstained, 13 did not vote Vote Defeated