IF YOU are commuting, Christmas shopping, or visiting relatives in the run up to the festive season, your travel plans may be disrupted if you are travelling by Red Jet.

Red Funnel has announced some cancellations today on the Cowes/Southampton passenger route.

Yesterday evening, there were cancellations due to 'critical staff shortages' - the ferry operator said.

Today, the issue continues.

A spokesperson said: "Red Jet Disruption: We are sorry to advise that due to a critical crew member becoming unavailable we will be running a revised Red Jet Service today.

"Please see redfunnel.co.uk. We apologise for the inconvenience caused to your journey."

Every other sailing in both direction is off.

This may mean long queues for the remaining boat, so do leave yourselve plenty of time if travelling.

The car ferry is an alternative option.

UPDATE: Sunday evening: Normal service has now resumed.