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More News On RET And Hauliers
Graham Laidlaw of Transport Scotland Ferries Unit flew into Tiree on the morning of Monday 30th January with Cllr Mary-Jean Devon and Cllr Roddy McCuish of Argyll & Bute Council, to meet 20 or so delegates representing the crofting, fishing, construction, retail, tourism and haulage sectors on Tiree and Coll. The purpose of Mr Laidlaw’s… »
Looking Back At Tiree
These photos were sent by Iain Mackinnon, London (son of Alastair Mackinnon, Hillcrest). Does anyone recognise the van (registration 716 HGB) or know the name of the ferry’s Captain? I‘m told the ferry is the Mv Clansman but I’m not sure, and the photos were taken in 1962 – 1964. If any of you can… »
Cal-Mac Chaos?
I’m sure that following the events of Friday 29th to Sunday 31st May there must have been a few raised eyebrows when I was quoted in the Oban Times as commending Calmac Route Manager Ian Fox for his efforts following the breakdown of the Clansman. I must say that on Saturday morning at 6.30am in… »
