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Life-sized sculptures of notable whistleblowers to be unveiled, highlighting the global free speech crisis - sign the petition, urges this reader
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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces scrutiny over incorrect NHS dentist numbers, claiming 500 more when in fact there are 1,100 fewer than before the Pandemic
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The School Teacher Review Body's proposed 6.5 per cent pay rise sparks further funding concerns
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Island residents urged to claim pending energy bill support before imminent government scheme closures
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The Department for Transport extends funding for the £2 bus fare cap, ensuring affordable travel
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Overwhelming public support for bolstered child protection measures in the Online Safety Bill emerges, say the NSPCC
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The NHS Covid-19 App - trailblazed on the Isle of Wight in 2020 - retires, marking end of a £76m legacy
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The union is seeking agreements with head teachers to minimise disruption to exam students during the strike, but concerns remain over cuts to school funding and staffing
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Isle of Wight sees out of work benefit claims rise, surpassing regional and UK averages
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The council leader says, "The Islands Forum is a superb opportunity to establish the challenges for our islands, and continue my engagement with government ministers and civil servants to find the right steps to address our issues"
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Peter Shreeve says PM's 'maths to 18' proposal overlooks urgent teacher crisis, neglecting pay and recruitment issues
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Uncovering the Conservatives' NHS privatisation strategy: pay disputes, Americanisation and voters demanding much-needed change
