The ferry was travelling from Belfast to Liverpool
Credit: Belfast Harbour
#BelfastLough - An evacuation of passengers according to ITV News from a ferry took place after a report that a “device” had been left on board.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland said the Belfast to Liverpool service was held in the Northern Irish capital while the vessel was searched.
At around 12.50am on Sunday, the PSNI said no device was found and passengers were allowed to re-embark.
For more including a statement tweeted by the police click here.
Jehan Ashmore is a marine correspondent, researcher and photographer, specialising in Irish ports, shipping and the ferry sector serving the UK and directly to mainland Europe. Jehan also occasionally writes a column, 'Maritime' Dalkey for the (Dalkey Community Council Newsletter) in addition to contributing to UK marine periodicals.
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