Local Government Reorganisation: Councillor Brodie suggests considering merger with neighbouring councils
Fate decided for plans to convert five homes into ‘Residential Children and Parent Assessment Centre’
£35,000 proposal for Floating Bridge generators welcomed, but replacement progress lacks speed argues councillor
Wightlink’s vehicle ferries diverted via Portsmouth International Port for week-long terminal works (updated)
18, February 2025·2 min readYouth Commission presents recommendations on youth priorities in policingHampshire and Isle of Wight Youth Commission calls for positive campaigns addressing youth stereotypes
19, December 2024·4 min readPolice Commissioner advises against gifting e-scooters this ChristmasPCC Donna Jones highlights the legal issues and risks surrounding e-scooter gifting
17, December 2024·2 min readOver 100 questions tackled in Police and Crime Commissioner’s ‘COPS’ Facebook live eventPolice and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones hosts Chief Constable in online Q&A
11, December 2024·1 min readPolice and Crime Commissioner pledges action against high street crimeRetail crime tackled head-on with arrests and PCC's new Police and Crime Plan
6, December 2024·2 min readGovernment’s policing announcement mirrors Hampshire and Isle of Wight’s ‘Local Bobbies’ strategyGovernment's policing announcement mirrors 'Local Bobbies' strategy says PCC
25, November 2024·2 min readNew online hub launched to support victims of sexual violenceSafer Together Hampshire goes live, offering resources to tackle sexual abuse
20, November 2024·1 min readNominate your local hero for the Isle of Wight Community Volunteer AwardThe accolade recognises someone who works tirelessly to make their community safer, either in a formal volunteer role within an organisation or someone who volunteers on their own to help others
19, November 2024·2 min readCommissioner launches survey on police funding and council tax impactsPCC invites residents to express their views on police funding via an online survey
18, November 2024·5 min readPCC Donna Jones champions partnerships in reducing ASB during Awareness WeekSuccessful ASB task force and funding reduce incidents, PCC Donna Jones reports
14, November 2024·2 min readNHS Foundation Trust wins accolade for tackling stalking behavioursNHS Trust recognised with a new award for its impactful work combating stalking
26, October 2024·3 min readRyde Police Station welcomes the public once again after a decadeLocal residents and officials celebrate the reopening of Ryde Police Station
23, October 2024·2 min readNational Rural Crime Action Week sees renewed pledge against organised crimeDonna Jones promises action against rural crime during National Action Week