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A year since the idea first surfaced and after six months of hard work, the Isle of Wight Bus Shelter goes into action this week. Providing a safe, warm and dry place for up to 16 homeless sleepers each night.
Bus Shelter Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight Bus Shelter officially launched in November 2016.
The converted double-decker bus will provide shelter for up to 16 people at a time.
It is thought to be the first of its kind in the UK and has the ability to move to where it is most needed.
Below are some of the article published about the project which was spearheaded by Kevin Newton.
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There are several shifts available to help out at the Bus Shelter sanctuary. You are never on duty alone and any necessary training will be given. If you have some time to help get in touch with Kevin.
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The Bus Shelter has been nominated for an award of £2,000 but they need to attract the most public votes. This service is already making a huge difference to the lives of those living on the streets.
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Tents and sleeping bags (some donated) as well as personal belongings of homeless Islanders on the outskirts of Newport were trashed and the occupants evicted in the early hours of Wednesday morning this week with no notice.
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Get in the party spirit with your friends at this brilliant fundraiser for the Bus Shelter project.
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Donations from residents who took part in a visit to the Houses of Parliament organised by the Island’s MP, Andrew Turner, were today presented to the Isle of Wight Bus Shelter founder, Kevin Newton.
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To date Wight AID has now granted £74,000 to local causes and plans to do another nine grant rounds this year. Details of grants to three Isle of Wight charities are revealed.
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The pioneering Bus Shelter project was created on the Isle of Wight, but its future is now in question - all due to a lack of support from the Conservative administration at the council they say.
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Well done to staff at Island Roads who raised money for two great causes today on their Christmas Jumper Day.
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This councillor is calling for the Isle of Wight council to adopt a joined-up approach to helping the Island’s homeless and support the Isle of Wight Bus Shelter.
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The foundation, which is jointly funded by Island Roads, Meridiam and VINCI UK, has donated upwards of £250,000 to the Island community over five years. Applications are now open for 2018.
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Money will be raised for Aspire, Hope into Action, The Bus Shelter, Two Saints, The Foyer and the Salvation Army, as well as Micro Rainbow International. Register now to take part.
