GRANTS of up to £10,000 are available for sustainable transport projects on the Isle of Wight.

Island groups are being encouraged to bid for the council grants as part of its Sustainable Transport Access fund from the government.

Islanders are being asked to come up with 'creative and ground-breaking ideas' to get people involved in green and healthy travel.

Last year's grants went towards schemes including a digital guide promoting 'slow travel', and a new cycle hire hub on Shanklin Esplanade.

Cabinet member for public transport, Cllr Ian Ward, said: "Once again, the council is inviting Island groups, businesses and organisations to come forward for the chance of competitively winning grants that could see their dream sustainable transport projects turn into reality.

"We are looking for really exciting projects to fund that will keep the Island as a top location for sustainable travel, whether that’s walking, cycling or others forms of transport that reduce our reliance on the car."

Applications this year must be sent in by March 2019. To apply, please email sports.unit@iow.gov.uk.

Further details can be found online.