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The Principal Policy Adviser of the LGA says there is a strong argument to delay the decision, but council Leader, Dave Stewart, said they would not be "dithering" and the 23 Conservative councillors voted through the proposal.
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The Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service and Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service are welcoming a proposed change in the law that will require private landlords to install working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in their properties.
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The Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is reminding residents of the importance of regularly maintaining their chimneys.
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A Chinook helicopter from RAF Odiham in Hampshire will be testing out a number of landing sites today (Tuesday) in a multi-agency exercise taking place across the Isle of Wight.
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Someone has painted 'Arson!?' On the Sandown Savoy Hotel after it had a major fire last year
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No one was injured during the incident that interrupted the wrestling match at Shanklin Theatre.
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A great time was has by all at the emergency services funday in Ryde on Saturday
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The Coastguard, Ambulance Service, Fire Service and Police were all involved in the incident which took place just after 6pm on Thursday night. Our thoughts are with family and friends.
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With everyone spending far more time at home than they normally would, the senior fire officer for the Isle of Wight reminds Islanders of the need to keep 'fire safe'
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Cabinet members argue they would never agree to something that would put Islanders at risk, however, those opposing the changes to the fire service claim if approved, "the Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service will become less able to protect the residents, visitors and firefighters it serves".
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Isle of Wight MP urges cooperative model for Police, Ambulance and Fire services
