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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.

Fence showing in flooded area

7, October 2022·2 min read

Outcome of independent investigations into severe flooding on the Isle of Wight unveiled

In response to severe flooding, the Isle of Wight council commissioned three independent investigations to better understand the causes and any factors that may have influenced the severity of the flooding

isle of wight landscape looking west from chillerton

28, September 2022·2 min read

The Island Plan allows us to set own rules for local housing, whilst protecting our unique environment, says Cabinet member

Cllr Fuller also said, "It means local communities will be able to have a say in restricting second and holiday homes and this in turn will lead to more housing availability"

27, September 2022·1 min read

Eight members sought for new UNESCO Biosphere Steering Committee

The Isle of Wight council is seeking eight committee members who are passionate about the Isle of Wight's natural environment, culture, and heritage

Jonathan Bacon

26, September 2022·2 min read

New planning strategy will help us fight any plans for fracking, says councillor in charge of the environment

Cllr Bacon says the basis upon which changes to the Island Plan are proposed is "clearly severely flawed, will almost certainly take well over a year and will likely achieve nothing other than delay"

22, August 2022·1 min read

Isle of Wight council recognised for prioritising action to tackle the climate crisis

Cllr Bacon says the accreditation shows the Isle of Wight council is committed to tackling climate change, and serious about establishing and maintaining a low carbon culture

Landslip on the Isle of Wight

15, August 2022·2 min read

Warning to stay away from cliff edges and cliff bases, as risk of rockfalls increases

In extreme temperatures, the risk of rockfalls along the Island's coastline is even greater than usual, so the council are reminder Islanders and visitors of the dangers of being on cliff edges and below them

Parched fields by Twilight Wight

11, August 2022·2 min read

Rising temperatures and hosepipe ban significantly increase the risk of fires

With many fires in the last couple of weeks that could have been avoided, the Isle of Wight council are reminding Islanders and visitors of the increased risk of wildfires

Ventnor beach

2, August 2022·2 min read

New App allows you to find out which Isle of Wight beaches are crowded or empty

The free Beach Check UK app will show real-time information for Ryde, Sandown, Shanklin and Ventnor, with plans to extend the coverage to other Island beaches

The IW coastal path looking towards Freshwater

1, August 2022·1 min read

Isle of Wight coastal path at Brighstone Holiday Centre reopens

Jointly funded by the Isle of Wight Council and Natural England, the works undertaken by the site managers have included the removal of derelict chalets and areas of concrete at risk of falling over the cliff edge

Two dogs running on a sandy beach

26, July 2022·1 min read

Fines for dog owners who breach exclusion zones, warn council

A £100 fixed penalty or a fine of up to £1,000 if prosecuted in court, are the consequences of not clearing up after your dog or being on excluded beaches

coastal walk sign

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"

Wootton Primary pupils

11, July 2022·2 min read

Commitment to promoting alternative modes of transport wins school a national accolade

Wootton Primary is the first school on the Island to receive the national accolade in recognition of its excellence in supporting cycling, walking and other forms of sustainable and active travel

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