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The Isle of Wight NHS Trust came under fire at the policy and scrutiny committee for children’s services last night after it was revealed children waiting for autism referrals had been let down for the last nine months.
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Here's a list of the councillors who voted to go ahead with works at St Mary's roundabout at last night's meeting, during a debate to pause the works until Coppins Bridge is dealt with.
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Confidentiality agreements will bind the limited number of Cllrs who are admitted to the exclusive briefing about the Highways PFI from disclosing information they learn - even from other councillors, claims Cllr Brodie
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Following the meeting, the spokesperson for the Isle of Wight Green Party said what was most concerning was the poor quality of the debate in the council chamber.
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The applicant now has outline permission to build the houses, but further applications will be required before building work commences.
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The council is proud to support International Women's Day and raises the Suffragette flag for gender equality
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Councillor Karl Love becomes Chair after a tied vote at council meeting
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Independent candidate Vanessa Churchman is confused as to why Conservative party chairman Alan Wells is trying to dictate what photos she can use on her campaign leaflet.
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There were equal votes for Conservative and Alliance nominations so the casting vote of the Chairman was required
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Audit reveals inadequate food hygiene inspections on the Isle of Wight - struggle to appoint qualified officers cited
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The new Leader of the council said their mission is to use language that can be easily understood by residents. Opposition councillors said it was derogatory to rename 'officers' as 'staff'
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Following the decision, one resident said, “They are doubling the occupancy of that street in one fell swoop."
