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The ferry stopped and launched its rescue boat yesterday lunchtime during a crossing from Southampton to East Cowes.
Travel
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Below are articles relating to Isle of Wight travel.
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Cancellations on Fishbourne route today due to crew shortages
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Historically, the eels were caught in the River Thames for human consumption, but their numbers have declined in recent years. This could be due to over fishing, coastal development or pesticides.
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IW Council are looking to build closer links to the Mainland.
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Details of cross-Solent travel, following high winds and Bestival traffic.
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A new pressure group has been set up to help secure the future of the Island Line train service with a sustainable, reliable and viable service for the duration of the next franchise period.
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If you are planning to cross the Solent as a foot passenger between Friday to Monday with Red Funnel, they are suggesting taking the vehicle ferry
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Red Funnel reports a 7.1% increase in car volumes in the first quarter of 2015, saying they have outperformed the total cross-Solent market.
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Cross-Solent foot passenger numbers at around 15 per cent of normal levels say Isle of Wight council
The Isle of Wight council say they are closely monitoring the number of cross-Solent passengers in order to work out when the FastCat should be reinstated. Details within
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Strong winds are affecting some cross-Solent travel this afternoon and with worse weather to come the disruption may extend into the weekend
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Red Funnel have joined Hovertravel in suspending their cross-Solent service due to the high winds.
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Strong winds and tides impact cross-Solent travel, with service suspensions ongoing
