New viability study proposed to address Isle of Wight’s transport challenges and economic impact (updated)
24, February 2025·1 min readIsle of Wight council to vote on 2025/26 budget and 4.99% tax rise this weekWatch on as Isle of Wight councillors vote on a challenging 2025/26 budget and council tax rise this Wednesday
21, February 2025·1 min readCowes floating bridge incurs half a million-pound loss in the past yearThe Cowes floating bridge suffered a half a million-pound loss last year
21, February 2025·1 min readEight new electric vehicle charging bays approved for Ryde town centreGood news for owners of electric vehicles
21, February 2025·2 min readIsle of Wight council rejects proposal for 14 houses in NorthwoodA proposed housing development in Northwood was turned down due to planning concerns
21, February 2025·1 min readPlans for starter home flats in Sandown, seek approvalA development aims to replace two existing apartments with four flats in Sandown
20, February 2025·2 min readCouncillors and residents accuse developer of breaching planning conditions in FreshwaterIsle of Wight planning authorities investigate developer's actions following condition breaches
20, February 2025·1 min readPlans aim to enhance Godshill’s tourism with residential conversion and new tearoomGodshill’s High Street may see a new dwelling alongside a replacement tea room
20, February 2025·2 min readAppeal filed for proposed commercial and leisure park near Isle of Wight AirportPlans for a new commercial and leisure park next to Isle of Wight Airport are being appealed
18, February 2025·1 min readApproval of former Yarmouth CE Primary School sale to charity could be imminentA decision on the sale of the former Yarmouth CE Primary School site to charity is pending
18, February 2025·1 min readPlans to convert unused office floors into much-needed flatsA proposal aims to convert largely unused office areas into 'first time buyer flats'
17, February 2025·2 min readHave your say on proposed Mayoral Combined County Authority for Hampshire and SolentThere are almost two months to share your views on the devolution plans
17, February 2025·2 min readFate decided for plans to convert five homes into ‘Residential Children and Parent Assessment Centre’Plans to convert homes for parenting courses face backlash from residents and officials