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Do you have a story about an Island Line member of staff who came to your rescue or went above and beyond the call of duty? Why not nominate them as a Customer Service Hero
Island Line Trains
Island Line Trains are the Isle of Wight’s only commercial rail provider.
The service runs from Ryde Pier head in the north of the Island, to Shanklin towards the south.
It’s a vital lifeline, providing a swift connection to means to exit to the Mainland, via the FastCat or Hover.
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This is the first time SWR has completed a CEEQUAL assessment, and says this rating reflects its "commitment to sustainable working"
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Isle of Wight MP, Bob Seely says he does not believe the planned two-day rail strike has anything to do with the Island and condemns the action of RMT Union members.
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Although Island Line will remain in the next Franchise, the government expects bidders to help sustain the line while suggesting ideas to turn it into a separate and self-sustaining business during the life of the franchise.
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The MP says, "it is very unhelpful that some people are trying to make this a political issue."
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Discover the intricate story behind the Isle of Wight railway's modernisation with Richard C Long's latest book
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Anyone with an interest in the future of Island Line trains is invited to this public meeting being held on Thursday (14th from 7pm) at Shanklin Theatre. Your view matters and could help inform the consultation response.
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News, hot from the meeting to save Island Line, the DfT have informed Isle of Wight council officials that the line will be included in the next rail Franchise
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The Island Line trains team were presented with an award for outstanding teamwork on the project to repair the network following a landslide and subsidence.
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Follow the live coverage of the public meeting being hosted by the Keep Island Line Franchise Campaign Group.
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The Department for Transport consultation drop-in session takes place between 12-2pm next Tuesday. No ideal for anyone with a full time job, or those working off the Isle of Wight.
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South Western Railway have now launched their consultation on the Island Line service. A public meeting will be held on 14th December to discuss a community response by campaign group, KILF.
