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Looking after (with the help of the hardworking volunteers) the many trees and woodlands that the council already owns, is a key part of its commitment to the UNESCO Biosphere
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Isle of Wight Council Press Office
The Isle of Wight Council's Press Office issue news on behalf of the council.
As well as dealing with queries from the press, they also manage the council's social media activities including Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
They also provide internal communications for the council including a weekly newsletter for all staff.
Below are a range of press releases issued by the team.
You can contact the Comms team via [email protected]
The Isle of Wight Council's Press Office issue news on behalf of the council.
As well as dealing with queries from the press, they also manage the council's social media activities including Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
They also provide internal communications for the council including a weekly newsletter for all staff.
Below are a range of press releases issued by the team.
You can contact the Comms team via [email protected]
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Businesses linked to the tourism, hospitality, and leisure sector that do not qualify for the Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant are encouraged to apply to the Isle of Wight Council for a share of the government grant funding
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The money is being used to recruit Covid response workers to assist local families affected by the pandemic, helping to prevent their issues or problems from getting worse
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The App acts as a go between, notifying the council's outreach team who offer support to those who are sleeping rough
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The cost works out at less than £4 per fortnight for garden waste to be collected from the kerbside and it's all composted locally on the Island
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The funding is for provision of activities and food, for school age children and young people who are eligible for benefits-related free school meals over the spring half term
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£6,000 one-off grants for hospitality, accommodation and leisure sectors impacted by rise of Omicron
Hospitality and leisure businesses are urged to check whether they are eligible for the latest round of funding and to apply by 18th February. Details within the article
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Under the new taxi licensing policy, drivers will be required to undergo regular training, including sitting a safeguarding exam every two years
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Steering Group will oversee work to support, sustain and enhance the Isle of Wight Biosphere Reserve
Cllr Bacon says, "We’ll not only be protecting our Island for future generations, but enhancing our biosphere and doing our bit for the rest of the world"
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The installation is part of improving zero carbon facilities at council sites and making cycling easier and more convenient, at the same time as encouraging more people to make trips by bicycle
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The rules from Tuesday about getting a PCR test if you have had a positive lateral flow test change. See the details within
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The Cabinet are being asked to support plans 20 two-bed units, offering affordable rents and running costs, using land initially in the Newport area. Read the details within
