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Steam Packet purchase good for the Island says MHK

Chris Robertshaw hails 'great day'

The government's purchase of the Steam Packet Company is the 'right decision, at the right time, at the right price' - that's according to MHK Chris Robertshaw.

The member for Douglas East supported the move in Tynwald this month, labelling last Tuesday 'a great day'.

Treasury is preparing to formalise the deal this week.

Mr Robertshaw says the government is doing the right thing in taking control of a vital service:

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