More ferry sailings cancelled today

The Steam Packet Company says gale force winds today mean two sailings have been called off.

The 8.45am trip to Heysham and 2.15pm return trip to Douglas are cancelled.

The company says a decision on the 7.45pm Douglas to Heysham crossing will be made by the ship’s master by 5pm.

On the roads, the Sloc remains closed because of snow which fell last night.

But Isle of Man Transport says all buses are running as normal after some overnight disruption.

***Good News*** We will be operating all services as per timetable this morning, including all estates.

— IOM Transport (@iombusandrail) January 17, 2018

The Department of Education and Children says all schools are open as usual today.

Good morning. Isle of Man schools will be open as normal today, 17 January . Last night's snow seems to have melted and Bus Vannin will run a normal operation. So schools are OPEN. Happy Wednesday everyone!

— Department of Education, Sport and Culture (@iomeducation) January 17, 2018