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Following a breakdown in negotiations between the BMA and the Government over the contracts for junior doctors, industrial action is planned for three dates in the next few weeks.
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Vix Lowthion has been selected to take part in a masterclass to learn more about how progressive economics can support working towards the common good.
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Official Island Line income figures don't add up - but the public are being asked to comment on the future of the line - this despite DfT saying it's a problem.
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Council leader Jonathan Bacon says the approach of the Government with their cuts to funding is "effectively putting at risk the future viability of the Isle of Wight Council" who may have to make future legal challenges.
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This week, the Island’s MP raised the difficulties facing the Isle of Wight Council during a debate on Government funding of rural areas.
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The Leader of the IW council, Jonathan Bacon, said they will continue to lobby the government to help them achieve a balanced budget that is not to the detriment of the community.
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The CQC say the care home provides effective care and residents are cared for with kindness and compassion, but more staff are needed.
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The campaign group are hoping to attract at least 10,000 signatures from across the UK.
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The Isle of Wight MP voted against an amendment to impose a new duty on landlords to ensure their properties are ‘fit for habitation’. OnTheWight asked him why.
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Isle of Wight Labour councillors say It is time to bring unfair cuts to an end and to set up fair and sustainable funding for local communities.
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The Isle of Wight MP says that whilst he appreciates the Government is looking for ways to fund a stronger nursing workforce in the NHS, he's concerned about the proposed removal of the NHS bursary scheme.
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Andrew Turner is looking into why the Isle of Wight is often affected by restricted delivery options for online shopping. Let him know if you experience any problems.
