A FUNDRAISING donation page has been started by Pro-Link to fund a viability study into a fixed link from the Isle of Wight to the mainland.

The group needs to raise £130,000 to finance the study after failing to secure any local or national funding.

If they reach their target they will instruct ARUP to carry out the investigation.

Pro-Link leader Carl Feeney has told supporters they have until January 31, 2019, to raise the funds. After that, he will cease the campaign and 'walk away'.

A poll on the County Press Facebook page was conducted out of interest to gauge whether people were in favour of the link. It finished this week with 68 per cent in favour, and 32 per cent against.

To donate towards the study, go to gofundme.com/solentfreedomtunnelarupstudy?member=865124.