Stena Line Responds to the COVID-19 Outbreak

That the Parliament congratulates Stena Line, which operates the crossing between the Port of Cairnryan in south west Scotland to Port of Belfast, on producing comprehensive guidance to ensure the safety of its passengers when travelling aboard its ferries; understands that the guidance, which is based on the advice from the Scottish and UK governments, covers everything from checking in, to boarding to eating and drinking, and includes social distancing when onboard; notes that Stena Line has taken many actions to make the crossing as safe as possible for its passengers, including reducing the capacity of its ships to allow for more room to socially distance, creating safe standing zones for boarding, having social distancing marshals in place both at the port and onboard the ships, only serving packaged food and drink and stopping its buffet service, introducing increased opportunities for hand washing and disinfection in public areas, and introducing regular onboard announcements, posters and digital signage about hygiene guidelines; thanks Stena Line for all it is doing to prevent the risk of spreading COVID-19, and for reminding all customers to familiarise themselves with the increased safety practices before boarding, and encourages and thanks everyone, including Stena Line staff, for continuing to follow the regulations in relation to COVID-19.