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Claire Critchison

Claire Critchison was elected as an Isle of Wight councillor for Chale, Niton and Shorwell in the May 2021 election.

The Green Party member took the seat from the former Conservative council leader, Dave Stewart, who had been an Isle of Wight councillor since 2010.

Below are articles mentioning Cllr Critchison.

18, March 2024·3 min read

2023 Green Impact Awards: Isle of Wight businesses shine – Listen to podcast with Dr Holly Jenkins (updated)

Listen to News OnTheWight's podcast with Dr Holly Jenkins to find out more

15, February 2024·1 min read

Council Chair’s Coburg visit marks decades-long link with the Isle of Wight

Councillors visit Coburg, enhancing long-standing friendship with the Isle of Wight

Paul Berry, Xavier Baker and Chris Mannion holding a large British and Isle of Wight flag

30, January 2024·2 min read

Councillor Lilley proposes Freedom of Isle of Wight award for Mermaid Atlantic rowers

Three Islanders' Atlantic rowing victory may earn them Freedom of the Isle of Wight

15, January 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight councillors clash over decision-making model and democratic process

Vote on a proposed committee system is taken off the agenda as the report presented lacks impact assessments, proper consultations or budgetary cost implications

Chairman Christmas card design competition winner

29, November 2023·1 min read

Six-year-old wins Isle of Wight council Chairman’s Christmas card competition

Isle of Wight council celebrates young talent with Christmas card competition winner

9, November 2023·1 min read

Isle of Wight council chairman praises local heroes amidst flood crisis

Island unity peaked as Isle of Wight encountered severe flooding in last fortnight

Military road by Brook in 2011 - Google Maps

18, October 2023·2 min read

Military Road: Environmental impact vs. necessity debate continues

More detail as to why Councillors Price and Critchison voted in favour of the scheme, which didn't receive enough votes for approval

12, October 2023·1 min read

Councillor Suzie Ellis resigns as Conservative Leader amid council leadership bid

Councillor Suzie Ellis resigns as Conservative Leader, stating that she's seen the best and the worst of politics during the tumultuous few weeks

child with xmas hat and tinsel on looking to the sky

27, September 2023·1 min read

‘Let your imaginations go crazy with Christmas spirit’ says council Chair about festive design contest

Councillor Critchison invites children let their imaginations go crazy with Christmas spirit for the Isle of Wight council's Christmas card competition