Ben-my-Chree repair work on schedule

That's the assurance from the Steam Packet Company after the boat was grounded on Saturday due to a fault with its steering. 

 

It means hundreds of passengers' travel plans were disrupted - chief executive Mark Woodward says it's been a difficult time: 

 

 

Passengers have criticised the company for not keeping them properly informed - something which has been blamed on staffing levels. 

 

Mark says every effort is being made to restore normal service: