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Councillor Bremner left the meeting during consideration of this item.
A report by the Depute Chief Executive (Economy, Environment and Finance) informed the Committee with regard to matters of Marine Safety and compliance with the Port Marine Safety Code (PMSC) for the third quarter 2020/21.
During discussion surrounding an incident at Buckie Harbour where a Skipper had ignored the advice of the Harbour Office and proceeded to enter the Harbour, it was noted that incidents of this nature tended to happen at Buckie Harbour and it was queried whether further action could be taken to ensure that Skippers listen to and comply with information provided by the Harbour Office.
In response, the Transportation Manager agreed that consideration will be given to more effective means of communication with Skippers, particularly in Buckie.
Thereafter, the Committee agreed to note:
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the contents of the report; and
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that consideration will be given to more effective means of communication with skippers, particularly in Buckie.