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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.

23, February 2015·1 min read

Live coverage of Ian Stephens’ election campaign launch

Follow the launch of Independent prospective parliamentary candidate, Ian Stephens' election campaign.

7, July 2014·1 min read

New government-funded floating bridge to be in the water by March 2016 (Updated)

The new floating bridge will be fully funded by the Government and should be in the water in less than two years.

2, April 2014·1 min read

Have your say at bus users’ public meeting

The IW Bus Users' Group say significant changes to bus services come into place in May. This public meeting will be your chance to put your points directly to those in charge.

17, October 2014·1 min read

Riverside Centre transferred to trustees

During the last administration at Isle of Wight council officers instigated moves to try and take the Riverside Centre away from its current use. Today it's been transferred back to the Trust.

6, May 2015·2 min read

Independent councillors back Ian Stephens for MP

The Island Independent group of councillors at the Isle of Wight council explain that although they will work with whoever gets elected as MP for the Island, they believe Ian Stephens is the right man for the job.

17, July 2014·3 min read

Council Executive hand over freehold for Cowes Enterprise to Ormiston Academies Trust

The detail behind the decision-making at last night's emergency Executive meeting to agree the transfer of Cowes Enterprise College to Ormiston Academies Trust.

1, March 2022·2 min read

Have your say on Isle of Wight Council plans to prevent and relieve homelessness

"Your views really matter," says Cllr Stephens, adding, "By taking part in this consultation you can help to inform us of potential changes that may be required to ensure we are able to combat homelessness and rough sleeping well into the future"

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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

13, February 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight council cabinet member refutes bankruptcy fears amid financial challenges

Isle of Wight cabinet member denies bankruptcy likelihood, but faces significant financial challenges

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

14, January 2022·1 min read

DBS checks, training and safeguarding exams every two years under new taxi policy

Under the new taxi licensing policy, drivers will be required to undergo regular training, including sitting a safeguarding exam every two years

24, January 2022·2 min read

Appointment of Labour councillor to Chair of Scrutiny Committee ‘a secret plot’ by Alliance, claims Conservative leader

Conservative leader, Cllr Joe Robertson, thought that he was going to be elected as new Chairman of the Corporate Scrutiny Committee and claims there was a secret plot by the Alliance Group to appoint Labour councillor, Richard Quigley instead

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