Why the Highlander halted
The ferry off Cairnryan
DOZENS of people spotted the European Highlander ferry stationary off Cairnryan for a considerable time in the evening.
There were concerns the P&O ferry had suffered mechanical issues or even struck a sandbar close to the Loch Ryan shoreline.
A spokeswomen for the Coastguard put minds at rest. "The vessel was engaged in lifeboat drills," she said.
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Published: 26 May 2020, 20:40