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Michael Lilley

Michael Lilley was elected as the first Green Party Councillor on Isle of Wight Council with 53% of the Vote on 4th May 2017.

He represents the Ryde East ward, which was changed to Appley and Elmfield during the boundary changes.

Michael has championed the issues of mental health for over 30 years and has campaigned to improve support services for the Island residents.

In May 2021 he joined the Alliance Group at County Hall. In May 2023, Michael Lilley left the Alliance Group and joined the Liberal Democrats.

Below are some of the articles in which Michael Lilley is mentioned.

30, October 2023·2 min read

Isle of Wight’s flood response under scrutiny as Councillor writes to Leader

Councillor Lilley challenges Isle of Wight council's response to Ryde's damaging floods last week

25, October 2023·2 min read

Ryde flooding: Why residents in streets surrounding flood barriers are picking up the pieces (photos – updated)

Simeon Rec's surrounding streets faced horrendous flooding despite previous measures; residents struggle with property damage

Cllr Michael Lilley at Independent Arts Exhibition on the Work of his father, the late Professor Geoffrey Lilley OBE

19, October 2023·3 min read

Papa Owl Awards 2023: Celebrating exceptional Islanders’ contributions

Annual Papa Owl Awards honour extraordinary Islanders for exceptional contributions at Monkton Arts

26, September 2023·1 min read

The Guardian spotlights Ryde’s essential rail ticket office amidst modernisation plans

Guardian feature on Ryde's ticket office today emphasises its vital role for local passengers

Orbital 02 turbine at EMEC Credit Orbital Marine Power

22, September 2023·2 min read

Isle of Wight’s tidal potential: PTEC eyes Autumn 2024 for construction start date

PTEC confirms upcoming Flowersbrook tidal energy project start in Autumn 2024, revitalising regional interest

County Hall background with shots of Richard quigley, michael lilley, geoff brodie, suzie ellis and chris jarman

11, September 2023·5 min read

Councillors share insights on council leader’s resignation (update 3)

Isle of Wight councillors respond to Lora Peacey-Wilcox's impending Isle of Wight resignation

4, September 2023·2 min read

Nick Stuart and Michael Lilley: Isle of Wight’s hopeful Lib Dem candidates

Nick Stuart and Michael Lilley, committed Liberal Democrats, say they aspire for a comprehensive Isle of Wight representation in Westminster

15, August 2023·1 min read

Isle of Wight residents rally to fund Judicial Review of West Acre Park development decision

Isle of Wight residents are crowdfunding a legal fight against a planning decision to approve the West Acre Park development

7, August 2023·2 min read

Community demands action over Isle of Wight council’s handling of School Place Plan

Councillor Michael Lilley reassures St Mary’s School amid dissatisfaction over IW council's actions

6, August 2023·1 min read

Westridge Farm’s future: Council greenlights 472 homes, residents to seek judicial review (updated)

Isle of Wight council approves 472-home West Acre Park development; objectors to fight the decision

2, June 2023·3 min read

Opposition councillor demands investigation into Isle of Wight school closure plans

There are calls for an investigation into the handling of school closure plans on the Isle of Wight, amidst controversy and outrage among staff, parents, and pupils

26, May 2023·1 min read

Empowering Islanders group siding with Conservatives to change power at County Hall

Leaked email reveals Empowering Islanders will support Conservatives in council leadership vote

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