Severe delays have hit Red Funnel passengers in Southampton and the Isle of Wight after a ferry was pulled from service (Image: Vic Styles)
Severe delays have hit a ferry service following the discovery of a fault.
Red Osprey has been pulled from service due to a fault on the propulsion unit.
Passengers travelling to and from the Isle of Wight from Southampton now face delays of up to three hours.
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Red Funnel has confirmed that their 10.30am and 1.30pm sailings from Southampton and midday sailing from East Cowes have been cancelled.
A spokesperson said: “Due to the withdrawal of the Red Osprey, we are now operating a one boat service, with severe delays for all booked vehicle traffic of up to three hours.
“We do apologise for any inconvenience caused.”
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