Severe gale warnings cancel Isle of Man ferry sailings
Gale force winds forecast for the Irish Sea have forced the cancellation of ferry sailings between the Isle of Man and Lancashire.
The scheduled 08:45 GMT service between Douglas and Heysham and the return 14:15 have been cancelled.
The Steam Packet Company said their 19:45 sailing and overnight return crossing were subject to disruption.
A spokesman for the Isle of Man Met Office said south-westerly winds could reach severe gale-force nine at times.
All passengers have been advised to contact the Steam Packet Company.