Interview with Scottish Green Party co-leader Patrick Harvie

The video discusses the challenges in replacing ferries in Scotland, emphasizing the need for a long-term investment strategy. It highlights the importance of public ownership and investment in critical national infrastructure to ensure the transition to zero carbon ferries, such as electric and hydrogen-powered vessels. The speaker suggests looking internationally for suppliers and redirecting Scotland's vessel building capacity towards sustainable ferry production. The current stop-start process of rebuilding every six years is criticized, advocating for a continuous investment strategy that serves the public interest.

What is one of the main challenges in replacing the ferry fleet?

• Lack of skilled labor

• High cost of materials

• Environmental regulations

• Absurd rebuilding process every six years

Why is it important to consider the ferry fleet as critical national infrastructure?

• To promote international trade

• To reduce ticket prices

• To ensure public ownership and long-term investment

• To increase tourism

What type of ferries does the speaker suggest transitioning to?

• Zero-carbon ferries

• Diesel-powered ferries

• Steam-powered ferries

• Nuclear-powered ferries

What does the speaker propose to do with existing vessel-building capacity in Scotland?

• Export ships internationally

• Focus on military contracts

• Build luxury yachts

• Create low-carbon ferries

What is the suggested solution to avoid the stop-start process in ferry rebuilding?

• Increase the frequency of rebuilding

• Implement a long-term investment strategy

• Privatize the ferry services

• Outsource ferry construction to other countries