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Have Your Say On Future Of Transport On The Isle Of Wight

  • Writer: Dominic Kureen
    Dominic Kureen
  • Oct 21
  • 2 min read
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Islanders still have time to share their views on how transport should develop across the Isle of Wight over the next 15 years.


The public consultation on the draft Island Transport Plan (ITP) is open until 24 November, giving residents a chance to help shape the Island’s transport priorities through to 2040.


So far, hundreds of Islanders have already taken part, with drop-in sessions held in Newport, East Cowes, Freshwater, Ryde and Cowes.


Two more in-person events are planned — alongside an online forum — to give even more people the chance to get involved.


Upcoming Events


Residents can speak directly with council officers and ask questions about the plan at the following sessions:

  • Tuesday 4 November – Salisbury Gardens, Ventnor – 11:00am to 2:00pm

  • Thursday 6 November – Sandown Methodist Church – 11:30am to 2:30pm

  • Monday 3 November – Online via Microsoft Teams – 5:00pm to 6:30pm


What the Plan Covers


The draft ITP sets out a long-term vision for a sustainable and accessible transport network.


It takes into account:

  • Changing Island demographics

  • Cross-Solent travel

  • Access to healthcare and education

  • Climate change and adaptation

  • Evolving travel habits

  • Links to local and regional policies

  • The current PFI contract and how it affects future projects


Key objectives include supporting local economic growth, improving air quality, enhancing travel efficiency, and making transport more inclusive and affordable.


Proposals and Improvements


Among the proposals are:

  • Upgrades to rural bus shelters

  • Simplified ticketing across different transport modes

  • Introduction of real-time travel information

  • Improvements at ferry terminals

  • Expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure


What Happens Next


Once the consultation closes, feedback will be reviewed and used to shape the final version of the Island Transport Plan, which is expected to be published in early 2026 before being submitted to the Department for Transport for approval.


For full details and to take part in the consultation, visit the Island Transport Plan page on the Isle of Wight Council website.

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