New viability study proposed to address Isle of Wight’s transport challenges and economic impact (updated)
3, April 2025·4 min readNetwork Rail and British Transport Police launch campaign to prevent railway trespassingA new campaign aims to educate the public about the dangers of railway trespassing
19, March 2025·3 min readRyde Pier railway line set to reopen ahead of schedule on 2nd May, but with 6 day closure beforehandThe entire line will close for six days beforehand, with a bus replacement service in operation
18, March 2025·4 min readFly-tipping poses risks to railways and environment, says Network Rail studyA recent study reveals the environmental and transport consequences of fly-tipping
22, February 2025·1 min readLast chance to share views on draft South East transport strategyInfluence transport priorities in the South East before the consultation closes
4, February 2025·1 min readIsle of Wight residents: Voice your ferry service frustrations in Treasury consultationIsle of Wight residents can choose to use the Treasury's spending consultation to share frustrations over ferry services
19, January 2025·1 min readDiscuss bus and rail issues with Southern Vectis and Island Line managers at IWBRUG meetingThe IWBRUG invites residents to discuss public transport concerns on the Island
16, December 2024·2 min readSouth Western Railway customers advised to plan travel around Christmas and New Year worksSWR advises checking travel plans during festive period due to service alterations
16, December 2024·1 min readTransport for the South East seeks public input on new transport strategyRegional transport body TfSE seeks community views on Islanders' transport priorities
4, December 2024·1 min readSouth Western Railways to transition to public ownership in May 2025In May 2025, South Western Railways, including Island Line Trains, will be nationalised
25, November 2024·2 min readSouth Western Railway calls for community-focused project applicationsSWR opens applications for community improvement funding across Southern England network
6, November 2024·4 min readHistoric Ajax locomotive set for a new chapter at Northampton and Lamport RailwayAjax locomotive departs Isle of Wight Steam Railway for a new life on the mainland
29, October 2024·2 min readVeterans and service members to receive free SWR train journeys during Remembrance eventsSWR honours military personnel with free travel to Remembrance Sunday events