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Lords · Question HL8388 · Tabled 11 Jun 2025 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 18 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Lord Wigley

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with Swansea Council regarding the proposal to establish a car ferry between Swansea and south-west England; and what ports in England are being considered for such a project.

Answer

Answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, 18 Jun 2025

The Department for Transport has had no discussions with Swansea Council regarding the proposal to establish a car ferry between Swansea and south-west England. The provision of maritime transport services is predominantly left to the commercial market, m...