Ferry and cruise passengers could be facing a new levy.
The Government is weighing up how to fund a permanent rescue tugboat for the Cook Strait, and a user pays system is on the table.
They’ve contracted MMA Vision to provide emergency cover in the meantime, but a long-term solution is still up in the air.
Maritime Union Spokesperson Victor Billot told Mike Hosking they’re happy to see the temporary measures, but there does need to be a long-term plan.
However, he says they’re unsure a user pays model is the right fit, or that it would be easy to enforce.
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