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Charles Chapman

Cllr Charles Chapman was a member of the Isle of Wight council.

He ran as an Island Independent in the 2013 election to represent Ryde South and was selected.

In September 2014 Cllr Chapman announced he was leaving the Island Independent’s group.

He lost his seat in the 2021 election but remains a Ryde town councillor.

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Fallen Newport Isle of Wight Rifles remembered

A dedication ceremony took place on the banks of the River Medina to commemorate those who served and those who lost their lives at Gallipoli 100 years ago. Life size silhouettes have been erected as well as an interpretation board.
Child Evacuees
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Island pupils go back to WWII

Around 400 Isle of Wight primary school pupils took part in the mock evacuation at Havenstreet Steam Railway this week.
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Cllr Charles Chapman’s resignation: The actual emails and timings

There's been a lot of speculation as to what has and hasn't happened over Cllr Charles Chapman's resignation from the Island Independents. OnTheWight has brought together all of the actual emails and has discovered Cllr Chapman's view on joining the Conservatives.
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