There are further cancellations on Isle of Wight ferry firm Red Funnel this morning (Thursday).

The cross-Solent operator is blaming essential maintenance.

The 7am sailing from Southampton was cancelled and the 8.30am crossing from East Cowes is also off.

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A spokesperson for the firm said: "We apologise for any inconvenience to your journey."

It is latest problem to beset the car ferry service.

On Monday, July 15, the entire route was suspended following a problem with the linkspan at the East Cowes terminal.