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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
Island Line Trains – which is part of South Western Railways – is 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 of exit to the Mainland, via the FastCat or Hover.

