I dont know how Seafrance get the funding but they are much better at getting government money than we are this side of the channel..if indeed thats where they do get the financing.
Scotchie for years now I've only travelled Seafrance for the simple reason is that I like the ships they have..clean modern new sleek etc etc..so go for it!
The last time I went on a P&O I remember distinctly this particular not so fond memory. As I boarded on a hot day in Calais I was hit with a pungent wave of aroma from the steaming urinals ..yes just as I went onboard with a young child. Not ideal.
It was an old ship which is still going I might add..changed over after that to modern facilities all round.