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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.

New steps and footbridge to Binnel Bay beach

30, November 2022·2 min read

Public footpath and access to beach reopens following partnership work

The new route has been cleared with new steps and a footbridge installed, funded by the England Coast Path Establishment Grant from Natural England

20, December 2022·2 min read

Eight different species of trees available for Island residents in free giveaway

A limited supply of 500 trees will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis. Eight different species of trees are available

28, December 2022·5 min read

Jonathan Bacon: Isle of Wight council Cabinet Member’s 2022 review and hopes for 2023

Cllr Jonathan Bacon highlights the work of his portfolio over the last year and shares his hopes for the future

9, January 2023·1 min read

Isle of Wight coastal defence scheme to protect homes and businesses from erosion and flooding

The work will begin in Shanklin and Yaverland on Monday 16th January 2023 and will continue for approximately five weeks

Lee Matthews, Graham Biss, Tony Gillingham, Councillor Jonathan Bacon and Abi Reynolds

25, January 2023·2 min read

Isle of Wight residents encouraged to join fight against climate change through tree planting

The scheme was part of the council's effort to combat climate change

2, February 2023·3 min read

Alliance Group defiant they will stay to fight for Islanders, as other councils hand over finances to Government

“Everyone will find something they don’t like, but we have to say it will be difficult to find any better alternatives. If you take something out of the proposals, something else has to take its place,” said the council's Cabinet member for finance

The audience at Isle of Wight Festival 2019

10, February 2023·3 min read

Isle of Wight council approves new terms for Isle of Wight Festival land hire

Isle of Wight Festival secures five-year land hire agreement with council, with increased fee and bond, and new green initiatives

14, February 2023·1 min read

Spending to save: Isle of Wight council to reduce carbon emissions by 12%

Some of Improvements to heating and lighting would save £282,937 a year, as well as 12 per cent of the council's carbon footprint

3, March 2023·2 min read

Lord Louis Library to undergo major renovation – expect temporary changes

Isle of Wight Council's Lord Louis Library in Newport will undergo essential works to improve services

20, March 2023·2 min read

Isle of Wight’s public footpaths and bridleways get a £38,500 makeover

Isle of Wight council's Rights of Way team repairs over 1,600 metres of public footpaths and bridleways, thanks to a £38,500 grant-funded scheme

No Mow May printed on photo of wildflower

27, April 2023·1 min read

‘No Mow May’ on the Isle of Wight: Unleash the power of wildflowers and support struggling bee populations

Isle of Wight Council embraces 'No Mow May', bolstering local biodiversity and aiding struggling bees - read what you can do to help

28, April 2023·1 min read

Alum Bay beach steps reopen: Timely repairs ensure Bank Holiday access

Alum Bay beach steps reopen, with timely repairs ensuring safe access for bank holiday visitors

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