Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between James Davies and Selaine Saxby

Wednesday 24th May 2023 Commons Chamber

[Selaine Saxby (North Devon) (Con)]

5. Whether his Department is taking steps to support potential ferry services between England and Wales.

[The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Wales (Dr James Davies)]

The tourism industry in south Wales and south-west England is incredibly important. I understand that councils on both sides of the Bristol channel are in discussions on how to progress this issue. I would be happy to meet my hon. Friend to discuss it in more detail.

[Selaine Saxby]

I thank my hon. Friend for his answer. Ahead of that meeting, might my hon. Friend be able to secure an analysis of a passenger ferry service and the benefits to businesses between Ilfracombe and south Wales?