Clean Air Day on the 15th June

On Thursday 15 June, it is Clean Air Day. We are urging people on the Isle Of Wight to leave their cars at home and travel by sustainable transport instead.

“We are committed to helping reduce congestion and improving air quality on the island, and we have been working on this in a number of ways over recent years - including investing in a new fleet of greener vehicles,” said Nikki Honer, Southern Vectis head of communications.

“Buses have the potential to take many cars off the road - and there are financial benefits too. Our customers on the Isle of Wight are continuing to enjoy single journeys for £2 or less, thanks to the fare cap.

“Bus travel has changed beyond recognition over recent years, and those who haven’t travelled with us recently will be amazed at the enhancements we’ve made.

“Our new buses have more comfortable seating, USB charging points for smartphone and tablet users, accept mobile phone payments - as well as contactless and tap on, tap off - and they sport the very latest Euro 6 low emissions engines.

“This is about encouraging more people to leave their cars at home and choose sustainable transport instead. Like the Government, we want to help reduce congestion across the Isle of Wight - and what better time to consider changing your travel habits, than on Clean Air Day?”

For more information about Clean Air Day, please go to the website: https://www.cleanairday.org.uk.