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27, March 2013·3 min read

Read why Andrew Turner MP voting against press regulation is important

The Leveson Inquiry Report set out with the best of intentions - to control misbehaving National newspapers - but because of the rushed law being proposed, all sort of other news media are being bundled in. It's a mess and could threaten the future of independent online news. Action is needed.

10, March 2024·1 min read

New landslide affects two roads and multiple properties in St Lawrence (updated)

Several properties and roads bear the brunt of a new landslide in St Lawrence

26, October 2021·2 min read

Floating Bridge: ‘A bit of light at the end of this very dark and very long tunnel’ says Leader

Things seem to be moving in the right direction, with the Leader of the council saying "there is a bit of light at the end of this very dark and very long tunnel"

25, October 2018·4 min read

Solent LEP Floating Bridge consultation is live – Why was nobody told? (Updated)

The Solent LEP have been criticised for failing to notify residents, businesses, councillors or other floating bridge stakeholders of the consultation that was launched three weeks ago. OnTheWight has the details, including how you can respond.

26, March 2014·1 min read

Find out how Ryde businesses can have their say with Island’s MP

The MP is invited Ryde businesses to share their concerns with him at afternoon session.

Ability Dogs 4 Young People x ICRTouch - Cheque Presentation

16, September 2024·2 min read

ICRTouch backs Ability Dogs 4 Young People with sponsorship and software support

Supporting independence: ICRTouch's pledge to young people through charity aid

3, September 2018·1 min read

£5 ferry fare for patients receiving treatment supported by local councils

IWALC members say they agree with the MP's call of a £5 ferry fare cap for those travelling to the mainland for medical treatment.

27, June 2019·1 min read

Jeremy Hunt is first Conservative leadership contender to arrive on the Isle of Wight

Jeremy Hunt has just arrived on the Isle of Wight for this afternoon’s closed event. Here are the first set of photos.

24, June 2013·1 min read

Investigation into suspected arson in Shanklin

Police appeal for any information readers may have about the fire in Shanklin last night.

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5, October 2020·2 min read

Government announce extra support for councils to expand services for domestic abuse victims and their children

More people are expected to be helped from April 2021 when the new law comes into force placing a duty on councils to support victims of domestic abuse

5, July 2018·1 min read

Extra 50 people per day at Isle of Wight A&E during heatwave

An extra 50 people per day have been visiting the A&E department during the heatwave period. Maggie Oldham explains how congestion at the hospital can be avoided.

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10, October 2023·1 min read

1,000 illegal vapes seized amid underage sales concerns in Isle of Wight council crackdown

Isle of Wight council enforces vaping laws, seizing 1,000 'unsafe' vapes and tackling underage sales

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