The 15.00 Douglas to Liverpool sailing this afternoon and the 19.00 Liverpool to Douglas sailing this evening have been cancelled due to a continuing and worse than forecast deterioration in the weather.

All passengers travelling on the 15.00 sailing will be transferred to the 19.45 Ben-my-Chree sailing from Douglas to Heysham. A coach transfer will be provided for all foot passengers from Heysham to Liverpool.

Passengers on the 19.00 sailing from Liverpool to Douglas have been asked to contact reservations on 0871 222 1333 for more information on transfer arrangements.

The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company reservation staff are endeavouring to contact passengers by text and are advising them to contact reservations on 661661 or 0871 222 1333 to discuss alternative arrangements.

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