The decision to cut a morning trip on the ferry from Rockaway to Hamilton was nonsensical, according to MP Charlie Swan.Mr Swan, who was elected under the United Bermuda Party banner, said the promise of a rethink on the cut is encouraging, he noted ferries to St George’s were similarly cut and have not been reinstated.“Despite the current budgetary constraints, in these economic times it might be expected that citizens would make greater use of public transport,” Mr Swan said.“Further, given the popularity and success of the fast ferries, in particular this route, it seems nonsensical to even consider, and even announce its axing, as was done this past February.”Transportation Minister Derrick Burgess announced in February that ferry service between Rockaway and Hamilton would be cut from eight daily trips to five.Making the announcement, Mr Burgess explained: “These five trips historically see the largest numbers of passengers, so the reduction in trips should have very little impact on those commuting back and forth from Hamilton.”The move was met with anger by some, with around 250 people signing a petition calling for the 7.55am ferry to remain on the schedule.Mr Burgess subsequently met with a group of the concerned commuters about the changes and promised to take another look at the schedule, saying: “We may be able to make some adjustments, and we’re looking at alternatives.”Speaking on the issue yesterday, Mr Swan said the introduction of fast ferries was a positive move, and Government should be careful when cutting back the service.“When the public was first encouraged to leave their cars behind, with the introduction of fast ferries some years ago, it was soon apparent that the right, and a good, thing was done.Residents did leave their cars behind, and made use of mini bus services that also commenced, or parked their cars at available spaces at the ferry stops.“Our roads also became noticeably quieter during the morning and evening commute times. No one could deny that it was imminently sensible to make greater use of our waters for transport. It worked.“With the recent news that the most popular route is to be axed, Government is undoing what was one of its better public service offerings. More thought should have been given to this decision before announcing it, so it is encouraging to hear the Minister say yesterday that he will now consider alternatives.”Mr Swan said that Alexa Roberts and all the other organisers of the petition are to be applauded for bringing the matter forward, adding: “The Minister needs to respect their plea, and find an alternative that is fair to all concerned.”