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The by-election has been prompted by the resignation of previous Labour councillor, Julia Baker-Smith.
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The Isle of Wight Labour party has seen a surge of new members since the general election last week. Former Island Independent, Luisa Hillard, is one of the many new members.
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Discussions are already underway and if elected in the May elections, the Island Independents say they'll use agreed £200m borrowing and will "seek to participate with partners to acquire this vital route to the Island, for the Island".
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With the cost for pedestrians set to rise by 50% on the Cowes Floating Bridge - which makes a profit each year - East Cowes councillor, Luisa Hillard, says it's unfair that families should be financially penalised through no fault of their own.
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It's long, but a very interesting read from Luisa Hillard, town and county councillor for East Cowes.
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The Executive member says they will support the Isle of Wight council administration and remain as a county councillor.
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Changes have been announced for the responsibilities of most of the senior councillors - otherwise known as the Executive.
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Members of the Isle of Wight Council's Executive Committee have tonight (Wednesday 8 July) voted to award the Island's new 25 year waste contract to the preferred bidder.
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More children are being encouraged to use active travel to get to and from school as part of a new scheme.
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AmeyCespa has been selected as the preferred bidder for the contract to deliver waste collection and treatment services for the Isle of Wight for the next 25 years, starting in November this year.
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More visitors to Quarr Abbey can now enjoy a peaceful walk or cycle ride to the monastery without need to take their cars, says Cllr Hillard
