New viability study proposed to address Isle of Wight’s transport challenges and economic impact (updated)
5, September 2023·1 min readAs Birmingham faces financial strain, Isle of Wight also confronts funding challengesIsle of Wight council confronts major funding cuts amidst a national local authority crisis
2, September 2023·2 min readFrom pubs to sports clubs to gardens: Isle of Wight treasures eligible for up to £2m in fundingCommunity Ownership Fund boosts local assets, doubling available funding to £2 million per application
26, August 2023·4 min readLetter: Beyond party lines: Seeking credible alternatives for a political shiftThis reader's Letter to the Editor dissects the Conservative government's actions, the opposition's role, and the need for genuine alternatives in politics
21, August 2023·2 min readThe growing crisis of child poverty: Insights from Peter Shreeve and Buttle UK’s ReportButtle UK's 2023 report reveals alarming increases in child poverty and destitution
14, August 2023·1 min readLetter: The real cost of the Conservative Government’s migration stanceThis concerned reader expresses frustration with what they believe is the British Government's mishandling of migration spending
9, August 2023·4 min readA critical look at Ofsted’s role: Majority of parents polled want changes in school inspectionsNational charity Parentkind examines parents' views on Ofsted inspections and school performance. Here's what they discovered
8, August 2023·1 min readLGA report: Council schools more likely to improve Ofsted rating than academiesResearch by the LGA shows council schools outperforming academies in Ofsted ratings
7, August 2023·2 min readLetter: An insight into the gross inequalities: Is Britain’s system structured or broken?This reader shares a compelling examination of wealth inequality, government defunding and concerns over democracy
30, July 2023·2 min readLetter: Assessing the impact of Government policies on the UK’s Arts and HumanitiesAn analysis from this reader of government policies impacting the arts, humanities and philosophy
25, July 2023·4 min readRadiographers lead 48-hour strike: A call for improved pay and work conditionsRadiographers strike in South East to address recruitment issues causing NHS backlog
24, July 2023·2 min readBeware of scammers during Tax Credits renewal season, warns HMRCHMRC urges tax credit customers to renew their claims before the looming 31st July deadline and advises on avoiding scammers
16, July 2023·2 min readTeaching Assistants: Unsung heroes in education seek better pay and conditionsAll teachers know, TAs are often the only reason a student will stay in school. Their nurturing nature and patience is priceless