Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance funds portable defibrillators for non-stop community support
18, November 2024·2 min readWootton Bridge pupils craft ‘Speed Scarecrows’ for Road Safety WeekPupils at Wootton Community Primary School create 'Speed Scarecrows' for Road Safety Week
7, November 2024·2 min readWootton Creek water quality testing initiative launches with local council supportRegular testing at Wootton Creek aims to ensure water safety for users
16, September 2024·2 min readCouncillor Lilley highlights threat to GP services on the Isle of WightIsle of Wight faces GP shortages; councillors urge new models to attract doctors
7, August 2024·2 min readVictory for Wootton community as NHS Trust secures local GP provision: Response from local councillors (updated)High praise from neighbouring councillor, as Sarah Redrup's efforts on behalf of her residents results in GP surgery remaining in the village
21, May 2024·4 min readCross-party support shown for motion to end sewage pollution in Isle of Wight watersCouncillors unite to prevent sewage pollution in Isle of Wight’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
21, May 2024·2 min readWootton residents reignite campaign against Palmers Farm gravel extractionCommunity will unite at public meeting on 30th May to challenge Palmers Farm gravel works application
9, May 2024·1 min readCouncillor Redrup urges Isle of Wight council to aim for zero sea sewage releases by 2030Councillor proposes motion to halt sewage discharges into Isle of Wight sea by 2030
26, April 2024·7 min readIsle of Wight community battles against GP surgery’s proposed move: Hear their storiesLocals rally against Wootton surgery's move, fearing healthcare access issues. Hear their stories
26, April 2024·1 min readWootton surgery set to close: Residents invited to public meetings and online surveyPublic meetings and residents' survey announced as Wootton surgery faces September closure
25, April 2024·2 min readPrad Bains, Lib Dem PCC candidate, explores youth initiatives on the Isle of WightPrad Bains collaborates with Island Councillors to discuss crime prevention strategies
21, April 2024·2 min readIsle of Wight MP’s Harold Shipman reference leaves residents stunned at GP surgery meetingResidents left open-mouthed at MP’s comment about the serial killer GP who targeted the elderly
20, March 2024·2 min readWootton Bridge residents outraged over permanent closure of local GP surgeryWootton Bridge villagers decry local GP surgery move as a "stab in the back"