The petition which will run for six months, has attracted over 2,500 signatures in two days. It calls on the government to step in an regulate ferry fares.
Isle of Wight MP, Bob Seely, got a slap on the wrist from the Speaker of the House yesterday for being 'discourteous' during a debate. Seely went on to take part in the next debater asking whether there was a case for an updated and renewed treason Bill or Act.
The decision by 38 Degrees to only invite five candidates to their Hustings, rather than the six standing, was criticised by candidates and voters. OnTheWight got in touch with 38 Degrees this morning and they have now reversed their decision, opening it to all.
Cllr Bacon says the MP's vote runs wholly and totally against the undertakings he made in a meeting designed to call Southern Water to account for recent perceived failings in the management of our water infrastructure
Five of the six General Election hopefuls will be debating all things education on Thursday evening in Sandown. All are welcome, but arrive before 7pm if you wish to ask a question.
Isle of Wight Conservative MP, Andrew Turner and Hampshire MPs are being asked to support the CLA campaign and champion a future that allows rural businesses to thrive.
With the Nation's eyes on him, Andrew Turner had the opportunity of asking the first question after the first much-anticipated Corbyn/Cameron PMQs. He chose to ask about the plight of a Tiger for Isle of Wight Zoo - Twitter exploded with 'What!?!?'
Isle of Wight MP, Bob Seely told the housing minister this week that he is unhappy with government housing targets and says new Isle of Wight homes should favour the community and not developers.