Southern Vectis is urging Christmas and New Year’s Eve revellers at bars and restaurants across the Isle of Wight to leave their cars at home.
Backing Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary’s anti-drink driving ‘Operation Holly’ campaign, the local bus operator is standing by for a rise in passenger numbers over the coming weeks.
Southern Vectis general manager, Richard Tyldsley, has said:
“Our role within the community is to transport people across the island – so of course, we’ll be encouraging people to take the bus.”
“But the reasons for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary’s anti-drink driving campaign are very real. Throughout the party season, they will be increasing patrols and enforcement activity on our roads.
“Drinking while out at a party and then choosing to drive – even hours later – poses a real threat to life. We’re not saying that people should drink to excess just because they’re not driving.
“But, for those who want to stay safe this festive season, it’s a convenient and cost-effective option.
“We’re looking forward to a sharp rise in demand this month, and would like to wish all of our customers a peaceful Christmas and a prosperous New Year.”
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For more information about Southern Vectis’ Christmas timetable, visit islandbuses.info
