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Figures produced by the National Education Union show that the Isle of Wight is the third worst local authority in the country for staff cuts in secondary schools.
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Zoos have had to close their doors to the public, but still have the cost of keepers' wages, food, heating and security to cover
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It might have been within the letter of the rules, but opposition parties question whether Andrew Turner declaring his five-bedroomed home in Newport as his second home was ethical or moral.
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MP sought clarification from Michael Gove MP about the ‘exceptional circumstances’ for holidays taken in term-time.
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The Isle of Wight MP highlighted problems with the EU’s Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) and the opportunities ahead post-Brexit this week.
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There may be some hope for those businesses who don't fit the criteria for the Government grants but have still been impacted by the Coronavirus crisis. Cllr Dave Stewart explains
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Islanders are being invited to take part in a Save our NHS march planned for next month on the Isle of Wight. OnTheWight has the details.
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This reader shares their concerns about Islanders struggling to meet the cost of living rises, the issues they face with unreachable housing costs and why they believe the Government should help
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Isle of Wight council’s financial resilience threatened as it looks to balance budget using reserves
Isle of Wight council faces £22m funding gap and may increase council tax by five per cent, use £3m from reserves and services could face cuts and rationing to reduce the gap
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Figures for the number of Isle of Wight residents claiming out of work benefits in April 2018 have been released.
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Andrew Turner took part in a recent debate against the ‘cruel practices and horrible consequences’ of puppy farming.
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Andrew Turner gives his views on proposed reforms for the House of Lords.
