Island residents are being invited to take part in a region-wide survey that will help shape the future of local government across the region. The Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) survey gives you the chance to share your views on how councils could be restructured to better serve local communities.
The Isle of Wight Council is working in partnership with councils across Hampshire, Portsmouth, and Southampton to explore changes to the current system. While most of Hampshire operates under a two-tier structure — with services split between county and district or borough councils — 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.
This joint survey marks the next phase of the LGR process, following the submission of an interim plan for change earlier this year. It focuses on gathering feedback from across the area, with a particular emphasis on local community identity.
Island residents are being encouraged to take part. Make your voice heard before 27 July 2025 by taking the survey on this link.
