Objectives are to seek and achieve sustainable improvement in transport systems in West Dorset (Beaminster, Bridport, Lyme Regis, Maiden Newton and surrounding areas) and sustainable improvement in transport links within the WATAG area, neighbouring counties and elsewhere. WATAG was established in June 2001 and holds bi-monthly meetings which provide a forum for those with transport interests, including Dorset, Town and Parish councillors and officers, rail and bus operators and other groups as well as members of the travelling public.