CALMAC'S three local ferry crossings have been affected by a coronavirus outbreak.

The Gourock to Dunoon, Wemyss Bay to Rothesay and Gourock to Kilcreggan routes are running with amended timetables because of staff shortages.

CalMac said: "The recent rapid spread of Covid-19 has resulted in many absences within our crew and port teams, with many colleagues testing positive, having to self-isolate or awaiting PCR test results.

"Until at least January 23, we will operate an essential services temporary timetable across particular locations."

The timetable is online at www.calmac.co.uk/calmac-winter-timetables