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26, July 2018·2 min read

Isle of Wight pubs are in decline, latest figures show

Figures show that since 2010, the number of pubs on the Isle of Wight has fallen. Britain’s Beer Alliance have launched a campaign called Long Live the Local, with a petition and calls for people to write to their MP to have beer duty reduced.

30, July 2018·2 min read

Over 1,000 pupils excluded from school in last year, figures show

On average five children were excluded from schools on the Isle of Wight on every school day last year, as MPs criticise 'Wild West' system.

30, July 2018·2 min read

European measles outbreak sparks vaccination warning to parents

Cases of measles in the UK have rocketed this year, as figures show parents are still not taking hundreds of young children for their measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccines.

1, August 2018·1 min read

Isle of Wight breastfeeding rates higher than England average, figures show

Although more Isle of Wight mothers are, on average, still exclusively breastfeeding their babies at six-to-eight weeks compared to the rest of the country, almost half stop breastfeeding after two months.

2, August 2018·2 min read

Increased traffic on the Isle of Wight hampers efforts to cut CO2 emissions

Latest figures from a Government department reveals that carbon dioxide emissions from freight and passenger transport on the Isle of Wight rose by 1.2% between 2011 and 2016, hampering efforts to cut CO2 levels on the Island.

3, August 2018·1 min read

Isle of Wight estates paying inheritance tax rises, figures show

With a rising population on the Isle of Wight of those aged over 65, newly released figures from HMRC should be of interest to those who are building up inheritance assets.

14, August 2018·2 min read

Isle of Wight GP surgeries stretched, so harder for patients to get in touch by phone

The Royal College of GPs says that surgeries are "performing well in incredibly difficult circumstances", but that patients on the Isle of Wight are finding it increasingly difficult to contact their family doctor over the phone.

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16, August 2018·2 min read

Yes, we know 4G is bad on the Isle of Wight. Now data reveals quite how bad

If you struggle to get 4G mobile reception on the Isle of Wight here's why and find out what the Government sat needs to happen to improve coverage.

28, August 2018·1 min read

Drop in those on the Isle of Wight claiming reduced council tax

Local Government Association say that faced with significant cuts to the money they have to look after elderly and disabled, protect children, repair roads and collect bins, many councils have had little choice but to reduce the discount for those receiving council tax relief.

28, August 2018·2 min read

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