The Gozo Tourism Association has said that the fast ferry winter schedules as published by both operators, are “unacceptable.”

In a statement, the Association said that it had been very optimistic about the increased connectivity between Gozo and Malta, however, this new time-table is a “clear setback for the social and economic aspirations of Gozo.”

This reduced new winter schedule will lessen the reliability and confidence in the fast ferry service, which in turn dwindles the number of commuters, the Association said.

Furthermore, the Association argued that the “meagre number of trips as proposed in the new fast ferry schedule cannot possibly meet the needs of the Gozitans and will not encourage visitors both local and foreign to visit Gozo.”

The Gozo Tourism Association went on to say that it welcomes the Government’s resolve to support this service as expressed in its latest statement.

The GTA added that it “hopes that the European Commission understands and continues to acknowledge the constraints that the inhabitants on Gozo endure.”

The Association concluded by saying that “it is hoped that the discussions between the Malta Government and the European Commission will guarantee that the fast ferry service is seriously strengthened to consolidate further the inter-island connectivity.”

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