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Written question asked by Lord Dykes (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Davies of Oldham (Labour) on Wednesday, 7 December 2005.


Cross Channel Ferry Services

Question
Whether they will hold early discussions with the French authorities and with DP World following the agreed cash bid for P&O, in order to ensure maintenance of the cross channel ferry services.
Answer

The cross channel ferry routes are a commercially competitive market showing no signs of market failure. No case for the suggested discussions arises.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
2707; 676 c101WA
Session
2005-06
Subjects
Ferries France Takeovers P&O Channel crossing
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk