£35,000 proposal for Floating Bridge generators welcomed, but replacement progress lacks speed argues councillor
27, November 2024·2 min readDispute over election expenses sparks ‘anarchy’ claims at parish councilElection expenses row causes turmoil and "anarchy" at Parish Council meeting
26, November 2024·1 min readIsle of Wight farm barn poised for transformation into a four-bedroom homeIsle of Wight barn may transform into housing for an on-site workforce
26, November 2024·1 min readIsle of Wight cabinet member considers new policy to crack down on housing fraudCabinet member's decision could usher in fairer housing and social care protection
26, November 2024·1 min readProposed tourist attraction near Isle of Wight village faces planning obstaclesDeveloper challenges Isle of Wight council's planning department over refusal to keep construction buildings for an extended period
26, November 2024·2 min readFootball and netball pitch planned for Sandham Gardens, SandownDynamic PlayZone project proposed for Sandham Gardens by town council
25, November 2024·1 min readConsent granted for demolition of Vectis Hall’s unsafe 19th-century wallRyde Town Council receives permission for the dangerous wall that was demolished due to safety concerns
25, November 2024·1 min readProposed 14-house development on the outskirts of NorthwoodComforts Farm family aims to contribute to local housing with a new development
25, November 2024·1 min readSeaview’s vintage car and bike storage to become artist studio and garagePlanning sought for a Seaview building transformation into a solar-panelled studio
22, November 2024·2 min readCouncil-owned sites up for sale may not guarantee social housing on the Isle of WightCouncil sites for sale might not be used for Isle of Wight social housing says leader
22, November 2024·2 min readNo relief for Isle of Wight students as bus fares set to rise in 2025As the fare cap is due to rise to £3 in January, students call for more subsidies
21, November 2024·2 min readCounty Hall passes motion for proactive mental health and suicide stigma reductionMotion passed for urgent action on mental health and suicide prevention
21, November 2024·3 min readIsle of Wight council passes motion appealing for small business supportCouncil unanimously backs motion for government help with small business pressures