for Arreton and Newchurch. 
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As some councils across the country delay reopening schools, the Isle of Wight Green Party ask why the local council are still pressing ahead
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The officer for homelessness at the Isle of Wight council says there's still much to do, but alongside partners, they're beginning to make change possible for people that have found themselves with no other options but to sleep rough
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The changes voted through by the Conservative councillors mean the vice-chair, Michael Lilley, will lose his place on the scrutiny committee, along with Karl Love. The chair says it's a backward step
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Isle of Wight council investments are at the cost of local community, says Cllr Love, as IWC say they cannot continue funding arrangements with Breakout Youth
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With vacancies on several committees, councillors have been criticised for not pulling their weight in the chamber. Meanwhile Reg Barry has been a councillor since 1993 and never missed a full council meeting
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Salvation Army say the night shelter will be more than just a bed for the night
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The total amount claimed increased by over £13,000 in the last year. OnTheWight has the details
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The local authority is opening an emergency winter shelter at the former Barton Primary School site in Newport. The service will be led by the Salvation Army.
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At one time, the former Conservative-led Isle of Wight council sought to close Westminster House. Now it has been rated Good in all areas and has £1m investment promised.
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Cllr Michael Lilley said he wanted to ensure that no corners had not been cut. Cllr Mosdell had to leave the chamber to compose herself, saying she was 'cross'.
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Those at the Safe Haven have worked hard to make it a welcoming and calm environment as well as a safe space where people can receive mental health support.
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The local authority, working in close partnership with the Parish Council, Island Roads and the local ward member, have agreed a series of new speed restrictions throughout the parish to improve road safety.
