Written question asked by Nigel Waterson (Conservative) on Monday, 10 December 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 8 January 2002. It was answered by David Jamieson (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 January 2002 on behalf of the Department for Transport, Local Government and the Regions.

Dept for Transport Local Government and the Regions

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions, if he will make a statement on the restoration of regular ferry services between Newhaven and Dieppe; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Waterson: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions if he will make a statement on the restoration of regular ferry services between Newhaven and Dieppe; and if he will make a statement. [22684] Mr. Jamieson: The ferry service has been restored. The vessel concerned was withdrawn from service while serious safety deficiencies identified by the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency and its French counterpart were rectified. The safety of passengers is my paramount concern.

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