Ashford asked what influence government has on prices
The setting of fares for Steam Packet services is the responsibility of the company's board according to the treasury minister:
In Tynwald this week David Ashford was asked, by Middle MHK Stu Peters, what influence government has on ferry prices.
The minister said the company operates at 'arms-length' from Tynwald after the Manx Government purchased the organisation for £124million in 2018:
Health Minister says work is 'underway' on access road to The Roundhouse
Braddan Commissioners says it has only cleared the landÂ
Higher taxi tariff now in force from 11pm
Taxi driver brands RTLC change 'a disgrace'
Private members bill regarding Bishop’s vote makes progress
Third reading will take place in the next few weeks
Braddan Commissioner 'refutes' allegations of misrepresenting Roundhouse access issues
It follows an FOI request which shows claims made by Minister Hooper
Disqualification for driver who was three times the drug limit
Port Erin man also fined during appearance at Douglas Courthouse
Southern Amenity Site changes disposal policy for residents to six bags a month
The board says the rule isn't 'unreasonable'
