Flights and ferries cancelled due to severe gales

Daytime sailings of the Manxman were cancelled

Severe gales have caused disruption to flights and ferries to and from the Isle of Man.

Daytime sailings of the Manxman between the island and Lancashire were cancelled due the conditions.

The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company confirmed the 19:30 GMT crossing to Heysham and its 01:45 return would both depart half an hour later than scheduled.

The majority of the morning and lunchtime flights to and from the Isle of Man Airport were cancelled, creating a knock-on effect for those later in the day.

A yellow weather warning for severe gales was in place until 15:00 GMT, with Ronaldsway Met Office warning of gusts of up to 70mph (113km/h).