Press Release - Hustings


Wightlink User Group (WUG)

Press Release

May 2024

Wightlink User Group have organised hustings to allow our prospective MPs to present their policies and potential solutions to cross Solent travel.

All 5 candidates for each constituency have been invited to attend.

The meetings are :

East Wight:

Wednesday 12th June from 1900-2100 at Ryde Methodist church, with refreshments afterward at the Church Hall.

West Wight:

Thursday 13th June from 1900-2100 at Freshwater Parish hall, with refreshments afterwards.

All are welcome to attend.


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