Cowes Floating Bridge: Chain ferry out of action for repairs
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The Isle of Wight's troubled chain ferry has been pulled from service for repairs.
The Floating Bridge, which runs between Cowes and East Cowes was suspended at 08:00 BST.
Isle of Wight Council said it needed a repair to a passenger gate and also its east prow.
The authority said further work was also needed on the west prow with the ferry expected to be out of action until 14:00 on Tuesday.
A launch service will be in place for foot passengers and cyclists, with drivers having to make a 12-mile (19km) detour via Newport.
After years of issues with the vessel since it came into service in 2017, Isle of Wight Council has decided to replace the £3.2m ferry.
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