Further to recent media reports, including the use of photographs of CalMac ferries, the company has confirmed that it had no involvement whatsoever in the shipment of ballot boxes from Arran to the mainland on the night of the May 4 election.

The company was involved in the shipment of ballot boxes through special charters in three areas, none of which involved the island of Arran.

CalMac would be grateful if the references to ferries, with specific reference to the Arran service and the election, could be clarified wherever possible.

Thank you for your cooperation.