Broad Support for Steam Packet Photo ID Measures

Broad support for Steam Packet photo ID measures

Government publishes consultation responses

Mandatory ID checks for Steam Packet passengers move a step closer

But concerns have been raised over queues and whether children should be exempt

Isle of Man Government - Steam Packet ID consultation results published

As part of the Securing Our Island Strategy the public were asked to help shape proposals for all passengers to carry ID when travelling with the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company (IOMSPCo). Taking steps to verify the identity of travellers, including at the point of travel, would make it harder for criminals or their assets to move to and from the Island. It was one of the commitments set out in the strategy, which has three main aims to improve…