The Leader of the Island Independents, Jonathan Bacon, has responded this morning to accusations made by Conservative councillor, Dave Stewart, that those who signed up to a campaign against austerity are 'hard left'.
This Isle of Wight councillor says Islanders "need to rise up and demand legislation, so we control our own housing, environmental and economic needs" and not be dictated to by "blinkered politicians".
The disruption to the town during the works was exceptional at times, but York Avenue has now reopened to traffic again and residents have been thanked for their patience
Federation chairman says the plan to use volunteers to help fight cyber crime "undermines the seriousness of the problem" and "is nothing more than policing on the cheap".
Stakeholders in East Cowes say the floating bridge has too many unresolved issues still and urge the Isle of Wight council to not accept this floating bridge.
The Isle of Wight council say as the psychological impacts of Covid-19 become clear, now more than ever it is vital that mental health support is available to everyone