Posted on 01 Dec 2010 Lymington Harbour Commissioners Stakeholder Update – November 2010 Review of ‘W’ Class Ferry Operations & Marine Safety Introduction In 2009, Lymington Harbour Commissioners appointed BMT Isis to conduct an independent review of ferry operations and marine safety on the river during the busy summer season. Their report also analysed ferry … Continue reading LHC Update November 2010

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Posted on 23 Feb 2010 Whilst the Harbour Commissioners have consistently supported the need for a proper evaluation and control of any potential environmental effects of the new ferries on the river and adjacent protected areas, we must take issue with the misinformation contained in the front page article of the Lymington Times on 20th … Continue reading New Ferries Stakeholders Update – No. 10

Posted on 18 Feb 2010 On 16 February Mr Justice Owen gave his judgement in the case bought by the Lymington River Association against Wightlink and DEFRA He ruled that the decision taken by Wightlink to introduce W class ferries in February 2009 was unlawful being in breach of its duties under the Habitats Directive … Continue reading Ferries- Judge rules that Wightlink acted unlawfully

Posted on 17 Feb 2010 Having received a copy of the court’s judgement the Commissioners note that it has confirmed that LHC has no powers to consent to, or prohibit, the introduction of the new ferries. It also notes the position taken by LHC in February 2009 and publicised by Stakeholder Update no 4 as … Continue reading New Ferries Stakeholders Update – No. 9