Explanatory note

This Order authorises the Stornoway Pier and Harbour Commission to carry out certain works connected with the construction of a ferry terminal at Stornoway Harbour and the removal of part of the existing terminal. The works for which authority is given are set out specifically in Article 3 of the Order. The works are to be carried out in accordance with plans and sections which are deposited at the office of the Secretary of State for Scotland, New St Andrew’s House, Edinburgh and at the Commission’s office at Amity House, Esplanade Quay, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.

Article 4 enables the Commission to deviate from the plans and sections within the limits referred to in the Article. Article 5 enables the construction of subsidiary works.

Articles 6 to 11 make provision for the execution of and safety in relation to any of the works which are carried out in tidal waters or tidal lands.

Article 12 provides that if the authorised works are not completed within 10 years from the date of coming into force of the Order or such extended time as may be allowed then the powers granted by the Order will cease.

Article 13 provides a saving for Crown rights.

The applicant for this Order is the Stornoway Pier and Harbour Commission.