Passenger watchdog TravelWatch has been sharing its views on contingency plans in the event of Steam Packet ferries being unable to sail with representatives of the Department of Infrastructure.
The possibility of expanding Douglas harbour is currently under consideration, so that larger vessels could use the facility.
Travelwatch chairman Brendan O'Friel expects local residents to be asked for their views on that idea:
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