Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance funds portable defibrillators for non-stop community support
29, October 2024·1 min readCouncil assures comprehensive process in Isle of Wight school closure proposalsIsle of Wight council responds to concerns about school closure consultations
31, October 2024·4 min readOpen Letter: Residents demand clarity from Isle of Wight council on school closure criteriaIsle of Wight council questioned over proposed primary school closures and criteria
18, October 2024·1 min readCouncil urges ‘compassion and kindness’ in discussions over proposed Isle of Wight school closures (updated)School closure proposals spark considerable interest and debate on the Isle of Wight
25, September 2024·2 min readIsle of Wight council warns against misinformation during school consultationEducation member cautions against 'false information' during Isle of Wight school talks
5, September 2024·2 min readOpen letter to Isle of Wight families from Education Director discusses future of education strategyCouncil’s Director responds to concerns over six primary schools' proposed closures
13, December 2023·2 min readIsle of Wight council confident in handling increased children in care demands post-partnershipIsle of Wight council rebuilds children's services department amid Hampshire County Council warnings
22, November 2023·2 min readIsle of Wight appoints experienced leader for children’s servicesIsle of Wight council prepares for a fresh start in children's services with key hire
12, March 2024·2 min readNearly 400 primary school places expected to be empty on the Isle of Wight by 2027Isle of Wight councillor predicts major primary school closures by 2027
21, October 2024·2 min readIsle of Wight school closures raise concerns of social inequality and mental strainCouncillors address social inequality and mental wellbeing in Isle of Wight school closure plans debate
11, July 2024·3 min readNewport pupil referral unit unveils £100,000 makeover with special ceremonyNewport's Island Learning Centre celebrates a £100,000 makeover with new facilities
4, September 2024·8 min readSix IW Primary schools may close – declining numbers of children the causeThe council's cabinet is considering a recommendation to consult on closing six primary schools in an effort to address falling pupil numbers
23, July 2024·4 min readCowes Enterprise College students win £2,000 for wellbeing improvement planCowes Enterprise College awarded for student-led wellbeing initiatives in the BeeWell project