Written question asked by Julian Lewis (Conservative) on Tuesday, 1 November 2011, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 7 November 2011. It was answered by Mike Penning (Conservative) on Tuesday, 8 November 2011 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Ports: Liverpool

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what reports she has received on statements made by the leader of Liverpool city council prior to the announcement of the outcome of the public consultation on changing the status of the cruise liner terminal in Liverpool stating that (a) a settlement had been determined, (b) the principle of Liverpool having a turnaround facility had been conceded and (c) suggesting legal action against the Government; when she expects to publish the result of the consultation; and if she will make a statement.

Answer: [holding answer 7 November 2011]: I am aware of such statements having been reported. The outcome of the consultation was not pre-determined. The responses are currently under consideration and our conclusions will be announced shortly.

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