Blue Islands boss backs Alderney-UK link

DEREK COATES says there's 'no chance' of Blue Islands cutting Alderney's direct link to the UK.

Healthspan boss Mr Coates was speaking ahead of a possible takeover of Aurigny, which currently operates services between the island and Southampton.

When asked about the ramifications any takeover would have for Alderney, Mr Coates said: 'It will provide the same secure links as before – direct links to Guernsey and direct links to Southampton. We will ensure the services continue and are as good as they ever were.

'The only reason Blue Islands is not flying from Alderney to Southampton at the moment is because the States of Alderney refused our application to fly in competition with Aurigny.'

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