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There are an estimated 522 empty homes across the Isle of Wight — including 154 that have been empty for over two years — as well as several vacant commercial premises with the potential for conversion to affordable or rented homes.
Barry Abraham
Barry Abraham was elected as Conservative Isle of Wight ward 
councillor for Wootton Bridge in May 2017.
He had previously been Cabinet member for Fire and Rescue Service during the 2009-2013 Conservative administration.
Below are some of the articles which mention Cllr Abraham.
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The councillor was initially advised to go home and call his GP, but he was taken to hospital, where he spent a night in the stroke unit.
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Cllr Wayne Whittle said the site has the the potential scope for enhancing Newport, extending the town centre and bringing the derelict buildings back into use. Details within
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Even though several Isle of Wight Conservative councillors said they would oppose the housing targets set by Government, Cllr Brodie reports that Barry Abraham said it would be a 'waste of time'.
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More than 100 people attended the parish council meeting on Tuesday night as the plans were voted upon
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The Principal Policy Adviser of the LGA says there is a strong argument to delay the decision, but council Leader, Dave Stewart, said they would not be "dithering" and the 23 Conservative councillors voted through the proposal.
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An ‘unpalatable' increase to Wightcare service charges and cut in hours at Lynnbottom Tip have been discussed at tonight's Isle of Wight council Cabinet meeting.
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Cllr Fuller says he will continue to challenge the Government's housing targets, as well as protect seafront parking and greenfield sites
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With the recent outrage at dog ban proposals OnTheWight has been looking back. Guess what? Last year Cllr Lilley tried to get the council to agree a motion make the Isle of Wight a "dog-friendly Island". It was rejected. Here's what happened then and the reasons given
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The Isle of Wight council is teaming up with the Salvation Army to provide night shelter services this winter, but need more volunteers.
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Find out what your Isle of Wight councillor had to say about giving 16 year olds the vote when it was discussed in the council chamber last week, and see whether you agree with them.
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As well as a warning that secured buildings and sites can be dangerous due to potential structural problems or hazardous materials, the Isle of Wight council is asking residents to report any unsecured buildings or sites.
