PASSENGERS have been hit by further ferry cancellations today (Wednesday).

The Steam Packet Company has cancelled the 8.45am sailing to Heysham and the return sailing at 2.15pm.

This is due to forecasted gale force eight to severe gale force nine conditions in the Irish Sea.

A decision on whether the 7.45pm sailing to Heysham and the return sailing at 2.15am (Thursday) will go ahead will be made at 5pm.

Passengers who are due to travel can contact the reservations team on 01624 661661 for more information.

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