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Chris Jarman

Chris Jarman was elected as an independent councillor in May 2021 for the Totland and Colwell ward.

He joined the Alliance Group at County Hall, and became Cabinet member responsible for finances.

Two years later left the Alliance Group and set up the Empowering Islanders Group of councillors with three other councillors.

Below are articles featuring Chris Jarman.

27, May 2026·3 min read

Isle of Wight political groups set out competing priorities ahead of leadership vote

3, April 2026·4 min read

Senior Isle of Wight Council salaries revealed - and councillors have their say

10, March 2026·3 min read

Plans to address declining school enrolment and financial deficits delayed until after local elections

26, February 2026·6 min read

Isle of Wight Council faces serious financial distress despite parking charge removals and budget adjustments

9, February 2026·2 min read

Isle of Wight Council celebrates Apprenticeship Week, raising the flag and highlighting investments

5, February 2026·3 min read

The council's new ferry project progresses with committed stakeholders and expert consultants involved

28, January 2026·3 min read

Isle of Wight Transport Plan 4 receives strong public support despite councillor disagreements

27, January 2026·2 min read

Council pledges continued assistance for qualifying residents

23, December 2025·3 min read

The new domestic abuse strategy focuses on prevention and support for victims Island-wide

19, December 2025·4 min read

Councillor Jordan says that "if no request to delay local elections is made to government, elections will go ahead as planned in May 2026"

7, December 2025·1 min read

Freshwater Parish Council objects to revised Heathfield Farm plans over environmental and traffic concerns

4, December 2025·2 min read

Government is expected to delay Isle of Wight mayoral elections until 2028, sparking local democracy concerns

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