The Isle of Wight's floating bridge is out of service from 9am this morning (Wednesday).

The troubled vessel, which operates between Cowes and East Cowes, is undergoing 'necessary' maintenance work, the Isle of Wight Council said.

The chain ferry will be suspended until 6pm.


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A foot passenger launch service, the Jenny Lee, will run in its place.

On November 5, the vessel had to be pulled from service because a cable needed replacing, due to 'wear and tear'.

On that occasion, full service was restored by 9.30am.