The Floating Bridge will remain out of service until at least midday tomorrow (Wednesday, November 15) after it was found that 'recent floods' may have caused the vessel's latest breakdown.

Following investigations on the Floating Bridge this morning (Tuesday, November 14), an issue was discovered with the chain tensions in the chain pits, which have impeded the movement of the chains.

The Isle of Wight Council, which operates the service, says it is likely that the 'recent floods carried debris into the chain pits' and have fouled the movement of the chains.

A council spokesperson said: "We are in the process of cleaning out the pits, and once completed, it will be necessary to re-tension the chains. 

"Owing to the tides, this will take place tomorrow morning.

"We will then test the performance of the Floating Bridge at low, mid and high tide with a view to returning to service at midday tomorrow.”