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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.

20, July 2023·3 min read

Isle of Wight council champions ocean recovery in battle against climate change

Isle of Wight council has urgently declared support for major ocean recovery

Beach soccer goal with sunset in background

14, July 2023·2 min read

Revival plans for Isle of Wight seafront: Beach sports, saltwater pool and glamping

Isle of Wight seafront could see a beach sports arena, saltwater pool, and rewilded glamping amid regeneration plans

A marine jungle of Himanthalia algae on the chalk reefs of the Needles Marine Conservation Zone

11, July 2023·4 min read

Isle of Wight faces ‘ocean crisis’: A motion towards a sustainable blue economy

An urgent motion has been proposed for ocean recovery around the Isle of Wight, addressing marine pollution, coastal degradation, and championing a sustainable local blue economy

19, May 2023·1 min read

Isle of Wight council reorganisation: Cabinet reshuffle announced by Leader

After the departure of two Cabinet members this week, the Leader announces a Cabinet reshuffles

County hall in background with photo of chris jarman and jonathan bacon

16, May 2023·1 min read

Cabinet member for Finance: Is he in, or is he out?

Claim and counterclaim are swirling around the key role of IWC Cabinet member for Finance

The Lost Duver Project - Sea Thrift by Dinosaur Isle

15, May 2023·1 min read

Dinosaur Isle set to stay in Sandown: A beacon of hope for area’s regeneration plan

Dinosaur Isle, central to Sandown's regeneration, retains its location as partnerships and funding options are explored

2, May 2023·2 min read

Dinosaur Isle: Isle of Wight council pursues exciting partnership with Natural History Museum

It's hoped this will kick-start wider investment in this area of the Bay, by acting as a potential catalyst for adjoining landowners and businesses

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

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

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

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

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

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