THE Wildlife Trust is calling on Islanders to share with them what they think a 'new normal' should look like, and their hopes for the future.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust has launched a new survey to find out what lifestyle changes local people would choose to keep once restrictions are lifted.

They also want to know if there are lessons to be learnt from lockdown businesses and government should consider as they plan for recovery.

Some reports in recent weeks show people enjoying cleaner air, noticing bird song and recognising the importance of getting outside to help deal with the pressures of the pandemic.

Other surveys have found that only nine per cent of people want to return to the way things were, pre-lockdown, and many are calling for a ‘green recovery’, that better balances the needs of people and planet.

Debbie Tann, chief executive at the trust, said: “Lockdown has forced a pause in the pace of so-called normal life, and we have witnessed some signs of wildlife enjoying the space to breathe.

"But let’s not kid ourselves. When this crisis is over, nature will still be in decline, and the threat to humanity from climate and ecological breakdown mustn’t be sidelined.

"We need local people to tell us what they think a new normal should look like and help us push for a better, wilder future.”

To take part in this survey and share your views, click here.