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With the huge cuts to funding from the government, the Isle of Wight council are on the cusp of having to slash many services in the coming financial year. However, it appears a frenzy of negotiations yesterday may have paid off.
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Andrew Turner made a second speech in the House of Commons today. Within it he mentions the need for resources being shared most fully. It's unclear what that means.
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The council leader says yesterday's offer from the Minister to review the IW funding does not help their immediate budget setting decision-making and he's also concerned about the lack of timescales to completing the review.
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The IW LibDems are deeply disappointed by Mr Turner’s actions and following the vote on funding to local councils on Wednesday, believes he continues to fail to stand up for the Island’s needs.
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The Minister for devolution asked the Hampshire and IW partnership to agree that devolved powers should be given to a new elected ‘metro mayor’ for the area. They voted against the idea.
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The new interactive ratings map launched by the CQC provides a great way to get a snapshot of the level of care in your area. See how Isle of Wight care homes compare to the rest of the country.
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Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police and Crime Commissioner challenges HMIC report on reduced neighbourhood policing.
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A peaceful rally has been organised by the Unite the Isle of Wight Politics of Hope group to be held prior to the Budget meeting on Wednesday.
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The organisation which represents landowners, farmers and rural businesses is calling on the Leave and Remain campaigns to ensure the concerns of farmers and the wider rural economy are not ignored.
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It's fantastic to hear of the great care residents in this Isle of Wight care home receive from the staff. Well done to you all.
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“We are the party of IN, IN Britain, IN Europe” announce Isle Of Wight Liberal Democrats
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The Police and Crime Commissioner office announces recruitment of 'additional' police officers in Hampshire and Isle of Wight. However, when questioned, they admit this is not additional officers, but replacement officers to "counter when officers retire or leave the force".
