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The stormy weather expected to hit the island this weekend has claimed its first victim.

Flybe have cancelled Friday morning’s Liverpool and Manchester flights and the subsequent return flights.

That is the 7.10am to Liverpool and return at 8.35am.

And the 6.50am to Manchester and the return at 08.45am.

The 10.10am to Liverpool and return at 11.30am have also been cancelled.

As has the 9.55am to Manchester and 11.25am return.

The Aer Lingus Dublin to Isle of Man flight at 9.25am has been cancelled, as has the return to Dublin at 10.50am.

Passengers booked on these flights are advised to contact Flybe on 01392268529 or 03717002000 or go to www.flybe.com.

Or Aer Lingus - IRL: +353 0818 365000 UK 0333 004 5000 or go to www.aerlingus.com