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Mersey Ferries to be suspended until early November

Commuters are still using a replacement bus between Hamilton Square and Seacombe.

The Snowdrop Ferry.
The Snowdrop has been out of action since October 10 due to engine issues. Photo: Liverpool City Region Combined Authority.

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Mersey Ferries services will stay suspended until early November, the operator has confirmed.

Ferries have not run since 10 October due to a mechanical problem with the engine of the Snowdrop, the only boat that was working on the route.

A statement on the Mersey Ferries website says: "Unfortunately, Mersey Ferries services are currently suspended."

It adds: "Current services are expected to resume in early November."

Commuters who use the morning and evening services can take a replacement bus between Hamilton Square and Seacombe.

Tickets for the Liverpool Sightseeing River Cruise are not available while the suspension continues.

The new £26m Royal Daffodil, which is replacing the retired Royal Iris, is still having work done before it enters passenger service.

A Mersey Ferries spokesperson told the Liverpool Echo the Snowdrop was likely to be out of service for several weeks, and said: "We are hopeful of being able to welcome passengers aboard [the Royal Daffodil] in early November."

We reported earlier this month when the suspension passed the week mark.

You can find updates are posted on the Mersey Ferries website.

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