ALBA Party members have backed plans to bring Inchgreen Drydock in Greenock into community ownership.
The nationalist party formally backed the bid at its conference in Glasgow after a motion was brought forward by Inverclyde members, including former Inverclyde Alba councillor Jim McEleny.
Depute Leader Kenny MacAskill MP hailed the efforts of local activists, saying the Save Inchgreen campaign 'should be saluted for the tireless work they have put in to ensure that this national asset is not simply allowed to rot away'.
Jim McEleny said: “The dry dock has lain empty for 20 years with many broken promises to maintain and return it to a fully operational marine facility.
“With determination and drive, the efforts to have this strategic facility become fully operational in its primary function of shipbuilding, maintenance and repair can be realised."
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