A Kirkcudbright scallop boat skipper has spoken of his relief after the Scottish Government extended its Covid-19 aid package.The cash will help Steven Girgan pay significant overheads from having dredger Susan Bird lying idle in port.Mr Girgan, pictured, told the News his business “was haemorraging money” through not being able to put to sea.But now fisheries secretary Fergus Ewing has announced £3.5 million cash for larger boats, including the Susan Bird.Previously the support scheme covered only vessels of 12 metres and under – mainly crab and lobster creelers.Mr Girgan said: “It is certainly helpful and very welcome.
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