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Whilst some councillors believe the work of the Transport and Infrastructure Task Force will see the return of steam trains to Isle of Wight railway lines, one councillor believes it is 'pure and utter fantasy'.
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The council say they are determined to do something to help alleviate the suffering of the refugees but have to wait for further guidance from the Government first.
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The emphasis on this budget is for the council to protect the vital services and look to town and parish councils or others to support other non statutory public services.
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Council confirm what was said at last night's meeting that Island Line will remain in the franchise specification for 2017.
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The detail behind the decision-making at last night's emergency Executive meeting to agree the transfer of Cowes Enterprise College to Ormiston Academies Trust.
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The council leader says the decision "has been reached with much regret", but all schools have been informed of options on how they can retain school crossing patrols through their own in-house arrangements.
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Following rumours of an attempt to overthrow the council administration, just two days later the leader announces a restructure of the Executive.
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Dave Stewart has expressed his “profound disappointment” that Labour. Lib Dem or Island Independent councillors have "not come forward" to work together.
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The Department for Transport has refuted they said Island Line would be retained within the wider franchise. The council indicate they will fight to retain it.
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The deputy leader said he'd welcome members bringing the issue of a possible council tax rise to the budget meeting on 26th February.
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It's hoped the partnership and 'five year vision' will help drive a culture of continuous improvement in the provision of adult health and social care.
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Engineers commissioned by Island Roads concluded this week that the small section of road rebuilt by volunteers was unsafe for residents' cars to use. The council Executive have now commissioned their own independent assessment of the work.
