Issue - meetings

The Committee gave consideration to a report in relation to the contract for the provision of air services between Oban and the Islands of Coll, Colonsay and Tiree.

Decision

The Policy and Resources Committee –

1.    Agreed to retendering the Argyll Air Services PSO Contract, applying the minimum timescale possible, within the rules under the EC which apply to PSO Air Services.

2.    Noted that it is not legally possible to extend the existing air services contract with the provision of the indemnities requested by the provider.

3.    Noted that a further update would be provided as soon as practicable after the conclusion of the procurement exercise.

(Reference:  Report by Executive Director – Development and Infrastructure Services dated February 2019, submitted)