Scottish Secretary visits Belfast to discuss Union connectivity

LONDON, 03 April 2022, (TON): On his recent visit to the city Alister Jack met businesses to talk about improving transport links between Northern Ireland and the rest of United Kingdom.

On a two-day trip, Mr Jack met Stena Line, logistics companies, transport firms, and businesses who transport goods between Belfast and Scotland.

The poor state of the roads on the Scottish side of the ferry link, in particular the A77 and A75, is an issue highlighted by Sir Peter Hendy in his recent Union Connectivity Review

Sir Peter was clear that strengthened transport connections between all parts of the UK are vital to maximise economic growth and jobs.

He advocated the creation of ‘UKNET’ a strategic transport network spanning the entire United Kingdom. Upgraded roads in South West Scotland would be a key part of that network.

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