Ardrossan Harbour Delays and Public Ownership

That the Parliament considers that completing the Ardrossan Harbour Project is critical to resuming the ferry route to Arran and the economic development of both Ardrossan and Arran; understands that it is over four years since the Scottish Government made the decision to retain Ardrossan as the mainland port to serve Arran; further understands that the Scottish Government has rejected the commercial and grant terms offered by Peel Ports for the redevelopment of the harbour; considers that continued delays are unacceptable given the improvements needed to provide a vital public service, and urges the Scottish Government to explore the option of municipal ownership with North Ayrshire Council if an acceptable deal with Peel Ports is not possible.