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Dan, if it was the Steam Packet running it I think it would be more than £200.

The last I heard was the docking trials at Hollyhead may not go ahead due to the fuel pump issue.

The 'Ben' has returned to her duties. The latest report is there's a problem with her fuel pump, (it won't be an SU type of pump, will it?).

Recently out of dock after it's 'annual service', the Ben is due back into dock next Tuesday 17th to investigate vibration in one of its' propellers. It should be in for one night only. Watch this space.

Run what you brung and everyone's happy.

The Arrow has been brought into service to carry freight to make room on the Ben - my - Chree for more passengers and vehicles. The damage to the fast craft has to be assessed by a specialist team to decide if the repairs can be carried out here on the Island or if it has to go into dry dock.

The fast craft is badly damaged and will not be sailing for some time, certainly not over Easter. I'll be surprised if it's ready for TT fortnight. There is a vessel on its' way to the Island to substitute for the fast craft.

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First pic, coming out of Parliament Square, Ramsey. Second pic, somewhere between Brandywell and Windy Corner.

I heard recently that MD is to take part in the rally that is taking place here soon, driving!

I don't think the sidecars are wanted by the organisers. Just think how much easier it would be to run the TT without the sidecars over the same time period, much more options to re arrange due to weather. Also, consultation and negotiation are two different words with completely different meanings,...

Would you let me know how you get on please. Quality oif job, price, time it took, any problems etc. Thanks.

Highest winds for June recorded at Ronaldsway Airport at 65 MPH yesterday. Bushy's tent was damaged and was evacuated and then CLOSED!!! Should be repaired and reopened today. Woo hoo, as Homer would say.

Steam Packet sailing schedule altered to avoid the worst of the gale force winds. See Steam Packet site for new times.

I couldn't find Freddie Dixon mentioned, maybe I missed his name.