The former owner of the ferry that will connect Tory Island with the mainland has moved to reassure islanders of it’s safety.
People on the island had hoped for a new vessel but it’s emerged that the one to be used for the service is over 40 years old.
Manager of the Co-op on Tory Island Majorie Farrell says residents are devastated at the revelation with concerns expressed locally over the suitability of the ferry for the crossing:
But Liam O’Brien,the former over of the vessel, is confident is is safe and fit for purpose:
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