Decision details

Consideration was given by the Board to a report which provided an update on ongoing initiatives to ensure compliance with the Port Marine Safety Code. In particular the report highlighted the two main findings outstanding from the Designated Person’s last audit report to be ‘Harbour Regulations / Limits of Jurisdiction’ and ‘Pilotage in Campbeltown’.

Decision

The Argyll and Bute Harbour Board;

1.    noted the report;

2.    considered the achievement of performance targets in the Marine Safety Plan; and

3.    agreed to instruct Officers to promote the correct usage of the traffic lights in Rothesay Harbour by circulating information to clubs, also making them aware of the actions that can be taken in the event of failing to comply with the regulations.

(Reference: Report by Interim Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services dated February 2020, submitted)