Conservatives’ attempted boast on IWC Reserves backfires as it turns out they’re higher under Alliance
£35,000 proposal for Floating Bridge generators welcomed, but replacement progress lacks speed argues councillor
Wightlink’s vehicle ferries diverted via Portsmouth International Port for week-long terminal works (updated)
13, February 2025·2 min readCabinet member criticises Tory budget statement for ‘wilfully misrepresenting figures’Council leaders continue to refute Conservative claims of wasted reserves
13, February 2025·1 min readHealthwatch Isle of Wight launches priority survey for local residents’ health concernsShare your top health priorities in this year’s Healthwatch Isle of Wight survey
Fundraising for Arlo Lambie approaches £100,000 after successful MUFTI day (photos)Arlo Lambie’s fundraising appeal nears £100,000 after successful MUFTI day initiative
Conservatives’ attempted boast on IWC Reserves backfires as it turns out they’re higher under AlliancePolitical move by Conservative Group of councillors backfires
Chief executive outlines timeline for Isle of Wight’s devolution consultation processGovernment-led consultation on devolution expected in autumn says CEO
Councillor Jordan responds to criticisms regarding the Alliance’s financial strategiesIsle of Wight council leader faced financial scrutiny over reserve usage in next budget
Wildheart Animal Sanctuary’s Zeb Fisher nominated for VisitEngland Tourism Superstar awardWildheart Animal Sanctuary's Zeb Fisher is nominated for the VisitEngland Tourism Superstar award. Vote now
Isle of Wight Labour Party highlights government support amid council budget challengesThe Isle of Wight Local Constituency Labour Party praises government funding commitments while addressing local budget challenges
Cabinet member criticises Tory budget statement for ‘wilfully misrepresenting figures’Council leaders continue to refute Conservative claims of wasted reserves
Healthwatch Isle of Wight launches priority survey for local residents’ health concernsShare your top health priorities in this year’s Healthwatch Isle of Wight survey
Isle of Wight Council launches significant affordable housing scheme at Three OaksNew affordable housing initiative is the the largest of its kind in several years
Fundraising for Arlo Lambie approaches £100,000 after successful MUFTI day (photos)Arlo Lambie’s fundraising appeal nears £100,000 after successful MUFTI day initiative
Conservatives’ attempted boast on IWC Reserves backfires as it turns out they’re higher under AlliancePolitical move by Conservative Group of councillors backfires
Chief executive outlines timeline for Isle of Wight’s devolution consultation processGovernment-led consultation on devolution expected in autumn says CEO
Ollie Boulter: Get an in-depth understanding of the Isle of Wight planning process with the Head of IWC planning (Part 1 of podcast/listen)
Ollie Boulter interview (pt2): Head of IWC planning on pre-applications, the life of IWC planning officers and changes to the NPPF (podcast/listen)
Ollie Boulter interview (pt3): Find out about affordable housing, the Airbnb phenomenon and housing targets from Head of IWC planning
Ollie Boulter interview (pt4): Exceeding government energy efficiency standards, the skills gap in construction and ‘brown envelopes’
Letter: The complexities of national debt beg questions about government priorities and actionsHans Bromwich critiques the government's handling of national debt and pensioners' support
Letter: Voters deprived of accountability as government postpones crucial local elections "Democracy delayed is democracy denied," says this reader. Do you agree with this sentiment regarding the government's decision to postpone elections?
Letter: Isle of Wight NEU raises alarm over education policy changes and funding cutsIn his Letter to the Editor, Peter Shreeve highlights concerns over education cuts and the viability of proposed solutions
Fundraising for Arlo Lambie approaches £100,000 after successful MUFTI day (photos)Arlo Lambie’s fundraising appeal nears £100,000 after successful MUFTI day initiative
National Apprenticeship Week highlights Limon Zubayed’s impactful transition to care workLimon Zubayed’s journey from engineering to dementia care exemplifies the power of apprenticeships
‘Without Mountbatten’ shortlisted among top UK charity films at prestigious awardsMountbatten Isle of Wight has been named a finalist in the Smiley Charity Film Awards
Sign up for the Island Independent Lifeboat Lotto for your chance to winIt will cost you less than £10 per month and you could win up to £5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews
Admiral Nurses receive donation from Newchurch Male Voice Choir to aid dementia careThe Newchurch Male Voice Choir donates £1,881.11 to support Admiral Nurses' services
Ventnor’s beach safety project: Councillors vote to consult the public over two optionsVentnor Town Council opts for a budget increase to sustain crucial Beach Safety Project, but will go out to the public with two options