Who Pays the Ferryman? by Roy Pedersen

Who Pays the Ferryman? by Roy Pedersen

Who Pays the Ferryman? is an informative and critical analysis of Scotland's ferry services. It describes the 'glory days' of how, from modest beginnings, Scotland once led the world in maritime development. It contrasts the achievements of the past with the failures, waste and inadequacy of much of today's state-owned ferry provision. In addition to showing how a more equitable fares regime can be devised, Roy Pedersen also addresses sensitive issues such as CO2 and other emissions, state versus private ownership, the place of trade unions and, most importantly of all how, the lot of our island and peninsular communities can be bettered through provision of efficient cost effective ferry services. Drawing on best practice at home and overseas, it sets out how Scottish ferry services can be revolutionised to be, once again, among the best in the world.

'[A]n informative and critical analysis'

* Dunoon Observer *

'There is no doubting Pedersen's grasp of the issues involved.. In all, a book worthy of serious attention'

* The Ileach *

Roy Pedersen's former career with development agencies HIDB and HIE, where he pioneered numerous innovative and successful ventures, and his subsequent services as an SNP Highland councillor, have given him a matchless insight into world shipping trends and into the economic and social conditions of the Highlands and Islands. He is now an author and proprietor of a cutting-edge consultancy.

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ISBN 13	9781780271224
ISBN 10	1780271220
Title	Who Pays the Ferryman?
Author	Roy Pedersen
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Birlinn Ltd
Year published	2013-11-12
Number of pages	160
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