Two ferry sailings called off as gales forecast

Two ferry crossings between the Isle of Man and Lancashire have been cancelled due to rough conditions in the Irish Sea.

Although the Manxman set sail for Heysham as scheduled at 07:50 GMT, the flagship vessel is not now due to start her return journey to Douglas until 01:45 on Wednesday.

Isle of Man Steam Packet Company said both the 13:45 and 19:15 crossings had been called off due to the "rapid deterioration in the latest weather forecast".

Ronaldsway Met Office said winds of up to 45mph (72km/h) were set to hit the island in the afternoon.

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