Weather conditions in the Irish Sea have forced the cancellation of tonight's 7.45pm sailing to Heysham and consequently the return sailing in the early hours of tomorrow.

Steam Packet passengers are being advised to contact the ferry operator on 661661 to make alternative arrangements. The lines are open until 7.30pm. The ferry operator says tomorrow morning's sailing to Heysham could also be cancelled. A decision will be made by 7am.

Meanwhile, the met office says temperatures are expected to drop to zero overnight. It will be windy and snow has been forecast, with frost and icy patches on the roads.

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