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)
11, February 2025·2 min readVentnor’s beach safety project: Councillors vote to consult the public over two optionsVentnor Town Council opts for a budget increase to sustain crucial Beach Safety Project, but will go out to the public with two options
11, February 2025·2 min readIsle of Wight Green Party voices concerns over budget proposals and council tax riseGreen Party highlights the impact of chronic underfunding on essential local services
11, February 2025·1 min readIsle of Wight plans to replace abandoned cafe building with renewed developmentProposed development will address abandoned cafe structure and enhance local appeal, but it has divided local opinion
11, February 2025·1 min readEight-bedroom house in Shanklin could be converted into a house of multiple occupationA proposed HMO conversion in Shanklin could provide eight bedrooms for residents
11, February 2025·1 min read£13 million capital spending plan targets schools, highways and social care for Isle of WightCouncil faces financial uncertainty while committing to vital infrastructure and care initiatives
11, February 2025·2 min read£35,000 proposal for Floating Bridge generators welcomed, but replacement progress lacks speed argues councillorCouncillor Karl Love urges swift action on Floating Bridge replacement amidst generator issues
8, February 2025·2 min readIsle of Wight MP urges action against proposed school closures ahead of March Cabinet decision (updated)Community concerns grow over the proposed closures of three primary schools on the Isle of Wight due to declining birth rates
8, February 2025·2 min readShanklin residents and councillors oppose plan to displace older tenants for parenting centrePlans to convert residential properties into a parenting development centre have sparked local outrage in Shanklin
7, February 2025·2 min readCommunity rallies against potential removal of Ventnor Beach Safety TeamVentnor Town Council plans to cut its Beach Safety Team, raising safety concerns in the community
7, February 2025·1 min readOpposition leads to shelved redecoration and name change plans for The Sloop InnPlans to rename and redecorate The Sloop Inn face opposition from local council
6, February 2025·2 min readConcerns raised over mature tree preservation in relation to new house on former hotel groundsConcerns arise about the mature pine trees as new housing proposal is submitted for the Ventnor area
6, February 2025·2 min readIsland MPs divided on devolution vision amid postponed electionsIsle of Wight MPs express differing views on devolution plans amid delayed local elections