Ferry sailings for North Uist and Harris risk cancellation today and possibly tomorrow due to a potential crew shortage.
A seafarer is waiting on the results of a PCR test to check If they have Covid.
The rest of the personnel onboard the vessel took lateral flow tests this (Sat) morning. The ship was held back at Lochmaddy until these tests were completed. She departed 45 minutes late.
Sailings over the day will be delayed by the knock-on impact.
- Cal Mac later confirmed the crew member returned a negative test.
Island ferry delayed by Covid testing
30 October 2021
