Ferry services between Southampton and the Isle of Wight have been resumed following a suspension of crossings when a passenger became unwell.

Police on the Isle of Wight were called to help deal with the passenger who boarded the 3.30pm sailing from East Cowes on Thursday afternoon.

A spokeswoman for Hampshire police said the ferry staff were trying to deal with a "passenger who has become unwell" and said the delay was due to a "non-injury incident".

The loaded vessel was unable to leave the East Cowes port, which forced a ferry due to leave Southampton to delay its departure by more than two hours.

The service has now been resumed and a Red Funnel spokesperson has said they are trying to get the ferry crossings back on schedule as soon as possible.

Anyone who wants any information about Red Funnel crossing times is asked to call 0870 444 8898.