Ignition barrel not returning key

[mariner]

Hi all. Got an issue with my ignition at the mo. When I turn the key the van starts but the key remains in the final ignition spot and needs to be returned manually rather than doing it automatically. A few days ago the wipers and washers wouldn't work but have been fine since. Is this likely to be an ignition switch problem - my first thought as it makes sense of the wipers not working - or a barrel problem as the key won't return?

Thanks for any help.

[davidoft1]

The spring return is in the switch , so I would start with that

[mariner]

The spring return is in the switch , so I would start with that

Cheers. That would also tally with the wiper issue the other day. Thanks for your help.
 

[mioba]

Ignition switch.
easy to replace.
The plastic collar on the column - ignition switch housing bearing will probably disintegrate.
Use a bearing puller to remove the ign switch housing. Dont hit it from behind with a hammer. Its very fragile aluminuim and will break.

A good vid from gowesty on column maintenance in YT.