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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.

6, May 2015·1 min read

Don’t know who to vote for? This online vote matcher claims to help

A quick and simple online quiz will match your views with the policies of political parties and could help you decide who to vote for in the General Election.

23, May 2023·2 min read

Embracing independence: Join the conversation on extra care housing for the over 50s

Discover the benefits and have your say on extra care housing

8, August 2014·1 min read

Executive agree to begin procurement of new floating bridge

The importance of this vital link for the future economy of Cowes and East Cowes was highlighted at the Executive meeting on Tuesday.

25, July 2014·4 min read

Executive asked by Scrutiny Committee to re-examine changes to parking charges

Whether the Executive will change their minds over the proposed changes to parking charges won't be known until 5th August.

3, October 2014·5 min read

Facts and truth ‘distorted out of all recognition’ claims Cllr Stubbings

Details that first appeared as comments with OnTheWight, were, for the first time, heard in the council chamber last night. Cllr Stubbings laid out in detail his sequence of events, "to put the record straight in the public arena".

3, November 2021·1 min read

Ferry passengers ignoring ‘hand, face, space’ precautions sees introduction of travel ambassadors

The council will be working with travel ambassadors who will help people understand the message of travelling the right way and protecting the Isle of Wight

Daffodls outside County Hall by Simon Haytack

10, February 2023·2 min read

Financial challenges force Isle of Wight council to consider austerity measures

Opposition groups can propose alternative schemes and amendments on 22nd February

8, April 2015·1 min read

Find out what Independent candidate Ian Stephens has to say in his manifesto

Fracking, a rise in ferry fares and means-testing the elderly are some of the issues Ian Stephens says he opposes in his 2015 election manifesto. Read on to find out more.

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