Latest

Ian Stephens

Ian Stephens was elected as Leader of the Isle of Wight Council in May 2013.

He was re-elected in May 2014, following the introduction of a change to the usual four-year term for Leaders.

He stepped down as Leader in January 2015 and stood as an Independent prospective parliamentary candidate in the General Election, where he received 3,198 votes (losing his deposit).

He stepped down as Executive member for major contract management and car parking in January 2017.

close up of fifty pound notes spread out on surface

2, December 2022·3 min read

Council invest £1.1 million to support households facing hardship between now and March 2023

The initiatives will expand on what was offered in the previous funding rounds to include support for foster carers registered with the council, unpaid carers, care leavers, and people with disabilities

15, November 2022·3 min read

Council launches online support for those struggling with cost of living crisis

As well as loads of signposting info and advice, there’s also a list of warm and welcoming spaces where residents can meet others, take part in activities, get a warm drink or meal

Tracey Wagstaff, Dottie Rose and Toby receive the keys to their new home on Branstone Farm

4, November 2022·3 min read

First residents move into award-winning Branstone Farm development

Jointly developed by the Isle of Wight Council and Vectis Housing Association, each of the 42 affordable homes has been built to a high specification for energy efficiency to help reduce energy use

29, June 2022·1 min read

39 per cent rise in short-term holiday lets on the Isle of Wight impacts long-term rentals for residents

It's had a detrimental impact on the number of long-term rentals available for Isle of Wight residents

22, June 2022·2 min read

Dedicated Director of Housing to help tackle issues of homelessness and rough sleeping

A new action plan, including the introduction of a dedicated Director of Housing, has been designed to give a ‘better life’ to Islanders facing homelessness

15, June 2022·2 min read

83.2 per cent of Islanders would not be able to afford a new build home on the open market, reveals report

A council report reveals that at the current prices and wages Islanders receive, 83.2 per cent of residents could not afford a new build home on the open market

14, June 2022·1 min read

New Isle of Wight council Cabinet position created (updated)

The Alliance create a new Cabinet position and carry out a re-organisation of responsibilities

10, June 2022·1 min read

Isle of Wight council reveal action plan support people affected by homelessness and rough sleeping

The Action Plan sets out how the Isle of Wight council will intervene earlier to prevent people from becoming homeless, support people to stay off the streets and improve long-term housing access and supply

17, May 2022·2 min read

42 Isle of Wight families in emergency accommodation following immediate risk of homelessness

According to government figures, 121 homes on the Island have been empty for more than two years, with 449 homes empty for more than six months

27, April 2022·1 min read

Isle of Wight land charge searches now free and seamless – speeding up the house-buying process

The change will mean it's easier and faster for people to make informed decisions when buying a property on the Isle of Wight

24, March 2022·2 min read

Free licenses for StaySafe App to help female workers feel safer travelling home at night

The app is available to businesses such as pubs, restaurants and shops as part of a new bid to help women feel safer

8, March 2022·3 min read

International Women’s Day: #BreakTheBias by calling out harassment or abuse against women and girls

The Isle of Wight Council is using International Women's Day as a chance to speak out about harassment and violence faced by women and girls

Free daily newsletter