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South Western Railways says the new timetable "will provide sufficient capacity to cover current and forecast demand, while making a series of changes to improve customer journeys"
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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RAIL magazine organises the ‘Railway Oscars’ every year to reward excellence and achievement in the industry
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The suspension is a knock-on effect of the mainland national rail strikes, which mean Network Rail unable to provide sufficient power to the Island Line
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Relevant for those who use the railway service on the mainland
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The closure between Ryde Pier Head and Ryde Esplanade was originally scheduled for earlier in 2022. Due to a delay in obtaining the necessary permits, the programme of work had to be changed and the line closure was then rescheduled
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If you have any questions about bus or railway services on the Isle of Wight, this meeting is your chance to ask those in charge
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A bus replacement service will be in place for those who rely on the train service
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South Western Railway is in the process of arranging rail replacement services for Saturday night
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Bids are welcome from grassroot or neighbourhood groups, local authorities, elected representatives, civic societies, charities, sports teams and social clubs
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If you are relying on the Island Line service from this afternoon to this evening you'll need to check whether your planned journey is cancelled
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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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Dubbed by a transport expert as "a hopeless fantasy" the aspirations to extend Island Line out to Newport and down to Ventnor have been rejected
