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Retired Hack hears the story of one Islander whose life has been severely affected by a near-death car crash on icy roads as a direct result of unsalted roads.
Cllr Edward (Eddie) Giles was an Isle of Wight councillor for Wootton until he lost his seat to UKIP candidate in the 2013 local elections.
Whilst a councillor, he was also a cabinet member for Cabinet Member for Procurement, Fire, Highways and Transport and responsible for the 25 year highways PFI contract.
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