Manannan won't sail in March 'due to border closure'

Steam Packet delays start of fast craft season

The Manannan will not set sail in March, with the Steam Packet delaying the start of the fast craft season.

The publicly-owned ferry company says the decision is down to the 'continued closure of Manx borders'.

Passengers booked on Manannan sailings up to 25 May will be offered a full refund or a transfer onto a trip to Heysham.

The Ben-my-Chree will continue its daily freight and passenger journeys between Douglas and the Lancashire port.

Fast craft sailing schedules will 'remain under regular review', with the Manannan to be dry docked in March, 'ready for use when the border opens'.