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The use of a laptop can help children who have relocated to the Island to continue being educated online by their schools, and they can help older individuals search for work and attend online courses
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.
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Councillors unite to prevent sewage pollution in Isle of Wight’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
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The Alliance were shocked to find out how much in debt the Isle of Wight council’s Pension Fund was - £35 million in the hole when they took over from the Conservatives. Learn from Cllr Chris Jarman as he tells News OnTheWight how it happened and what a positive impact it will have on the Isle of Wight economy
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Cllr Jarman said, “It is important that all Islanders have the opportunity to comment on the options as we start to make difficult decisions about council finances for 2023-24”
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There are 4,400 households who have not yet claimed their £150 energy rebate from the Isle of Wight council
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Don't miss out on the £150 council tax rebate by making sure the Isle of Wight Council have your bank details
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Isle of Wight councillor criticises the government's simplistic approach to the issue of hospital discharge, calling for more integrated solutions with local authorities to address issues of lack of staff and community carers
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Councillor Jarman's anticipated bid to remove Council Leader Peacey Wilcox dramatically fell apart tonight
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To cope with the increased financial pressures, the council have had to use part of the £14.2 million Covid contingency fund it set aside to fill the gaps in finances caused by the pandemic
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The budget was passed with 21 in favour, four against and 11 abstentions — the majority of which were the opposition Conservative councillors
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Members of the planning committee said the opt out clause was critical and a safety net for residents
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Islanders who participated in council budget consultation, prioritised care for older people and vulnerable adults. 74% supported a council tax increase of up to 3%
