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Wightlink: Discounts For Emergency Services 'On Hold'

Wightlink says discounts schemes for emergency service staff have been 'put on hold'.

Those with a Blue Light card, or who are part of the Defence Discount scheme, won't be able to book discounted tickets online for the time being.

Speculation has been rife on social media that the ferry firm has stopped offering discounts to emergency service staff completely.

Wightlink says schemes have been halted, but only temporarily, while it awaits the sign off a new discount system. 

In the meantime, it says those with cards, should call the Contact Centre for discounts.

The number to call is 0333 999 7333.

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