Final Days To Take Part In Local Government Reorganisation Survey

Time is running out for Island residents to take part in a key survey that could help shape the future of local government across the region.

The Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) survey closes this Sunday (27 July), and residents are being encouraged to share their views before the deadline.

The Isle of Wight Council, in partnership with neighbouring councils, is asking for feedback on how local services should be delivered in the future.

The ‘Our Place, Our Future’ survey explores local identity and how services can better reflect the needs of communities. 

Thanks to community feedback, the survey has been simplified since its launch, making it quicker and more user-friendly to complete.

Councillor Phil Jordan, Leader of the Isle of Wight Council, said: 

“We’re really grateful to everyone who has taken the time to share their views so far. If you haven’t yet taken part, please do so before Sunday.”

While most of Hampshire operates under a two-tier structure, with services split between county and district or borough council, the Isle of Wight already functions as a unitary authority, delivering all local services directly.

Under the proposals being considered, the Isle of Wight would remain a unitary authority.

Meanwhile, the mainland councils are exploring the creation of four new unitary councils to replace the existing 15-council structure.

The survey is being run independently, and responses will help shape the proposals submitted to government later this year.

You can take part online, or if you’d prefer a different method, such as a paper copy or a telephone interview, this can be arranged:

• send an email to ourplaceourfuture@thinksinsight.com; 

• call 020 7845 5880 — opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm;

• pick up a paper copy from any council library.

More information about LGR is available on the Isle of Wight Council website.