Liverpool terminal won't affect other sea routes

Infrastructure minister insists Heysham services are secure

The infrastructure minister insists the new Liverpool ferry terminal won't affect the Island's other sea routes.

The Department of Infrastructure has reached an agreement to build a new facility at Prince's Half-Tide Dock, with construction expected to cost up to £30m.

The proposed terminal, which still has to secure planning permission and Tynwald approval, will include freight facilities and be available all year round.

However, Ray Harmer says this won't impact Heysham services: