The contentious comments by Transport Secretary Louise Haigh regarding P&O Ferries did not deter DP World from moving ahead with its £1 billion investment in the London Gateway port. Although there were doubts about the investment's future, Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds confirmed that the project's plans 'will go ahead' and emphasized the government's commitment to boosting investment in the UK amid rising concerns.
In a heated interview, Transport Secretary Louise Haigh expressed her discontent over P&O Ferries, suggesting a boycott of their services due to management's decision to sack 800 employees. Despite the backlash, Haigh encouraged consumers to follow her lead and shared her belief that the actions were unjust, even as Reynolds maintained that her sentiments did not reflect the official government's stance on DP World's upcoming investment.
Jonathan Reynolds provided clarity amidst the tensions by stating that the government could take proactive measures to prevent situations like the P&O Ferries sackings in the future. He remarked, 'It's now the case that, as we're in government, we can stop what happened with P&O Ferries from happening again,' referring to the announcement of plans to strengthen legal protections for maritime workers.
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