Government safeguards vital ferry services
Vital ferry links between the Isle of Wight and the mainland have been safeguarded with an additional £6.5 million of government support to ensure they can continue to run through the crisis, the Chief Secretary announced today, 15 January.
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15 January 2021
the government announces £6.5 million to keep key ferry services running between Isle of Wight and mainland
the vital transport link helps support jobs, ensures islanders can access key medical services and essential supplies like food and medicine
£21.2 million has now been provided to keep lifeline ferry services running since the start of the pandemic
This funding will help ensure these communities continue to have access to vital services such as medical care on the mainland. They will also ensure key supplies of food and medicine are delivered, as well as continuing to support jobs on the island.
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