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Jonathan Bacon

Jonathan Bacon was elected in 2013 as Isle of Wight Councillor for Brading, St Helens and Bembridge. He was also Executive Member for Children’s Services and Corporate Governance and later became leader of the IWC.

He stood for reelection in 2017 but failed to gain enough votes. He was then elected as an Our Island councillor for Brading & St Helens and joined the Alliance Group to take power of County Hall. He is the Cabinet Member for Environment, Heritage and Waste Management.

Below are articles that he’s featured in.

14, November 2013·1 min read

‘White Knight’ steps in at former Frank James Hospital

Is there light at the end of the tunnel for campaigners desperate to see action at the former hospital site?

28, May 2021·2 min read

‘You might think we’re a disparate group but there is so much we agree on’, says Cllr Bacon

Cllr Bacon says the Alliance Group are working together for the sake of the Island and invites Conservatives to join that journey

Celebrating the opening of the restored path at America Wood, Shanklin, are (from left to right): Mark Taylor (Taylor and Taylor Groundworks), David Howarth (Isle of Wight Ramblers Association), Tricia Merrifield (Isle of Wight Bridleways Group), Laura Dupre (riding Loulou), Christine James (riding Holly) and Sheila Weedall (Isle of Wight Bridleways Group)

21, September 2021·2 min read

£20,000 project restores footpath and bridleway in protected Isle of Wight woodland

The footpath and bridleway through the wood has long been a challenging route for walkers and riders, with muddy areas even in dry weather

Young boy giving a thumbs up by mark fuller

8, March 2024·2 min read

£200,000 council investment to boost special education provision on Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight special school set to expand with council's £200,000 investment

21, July 2022·1 min read

£200,000 funding boost to improve Isle of Wight public footpaths and bridleways

Cllr Bacon said, "Whether they're used for sport, relaxation, studying nature or simply getting from A to B, the Island's rights of way are an important part of our local heritage"

31, May 2016·1 min read

10,000 IW schools days lost in one term under Tories claims council leader

Leader of the council expresses his concern about the Conservative councillors "looking to meddle with the education system again given the disastrous effects the last time they did so."

3, March 2016·1 min read

146 Isle of Wight council staff ‘at risk’ after Government cuts

The council have entered a 30 day consultation with 146 members of staff after 82 posts were identified for potential redundancy.

28, March 2013·1 min read

35 Independent candidates confirmed: Five vacancies available

There are five spare seats that could be filled by Independent candidates.

12, May 2021·2 min read

61 per cent voted for something different to what we’ve had for last four years, say Our Island

Our Island say there was strong positive feedback voiced about the principles of localism and the importance of encouraging and representing the grass roots community voice

13, September 2021·2 min read

A ‘Green Levy’ won’t fill funding gap, but could raise cash for environment projects

A green levy on vehicles coming to the Isle of Wight won't plug the budget gap says the Cabinet member, but will help fund environmental projects

The Lost Duver Project - Sea Thrift by Dinosaur Isle

12, November 2021·2 min read

A fresh look for Culver Parade, without Disney-style dinosaur attraction, confirmed

It was agreed to look for a different site for the dinosaur-themed visitor attraction and instead develop an alternative regeneration proposal for Culver Parade

desks and chairs set up in a hall ready for exams

15, August 2024·2 min read

A-Levels: Councillor Bacon praises persistent efforts of Island’s post-16 learners

Isle of Wight students celebrated by council and advised on post-results career planning

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