Cllr Lever believes that until the Isle of Wight Council delivers on an adequate planning strategy "we will likely continue to see more undesirable planning applications, such as those in Gunville"

As well as a reduction in the local portion of council tax Newport and Carisbrooke residents have to pay for local services, the council share details of new things they will be supporting in the coming year

We could all do with something uplifting to sing along to or put a smile on our faces, so why not check out this video by staff at Isle of Wight Education Federation staff?

While the pandemic continues, all Ofsted inspections have been postponed, but Isle of Wight schools have been virtually visited as part of a national research programme to learn about the impact Covid has had on education

The vaccinations will be carried out strictly by invitation only, so Isle of Wight residents are asked to not contact their surgeries

Schools have been put under a huge amount of pressure to ensure Covid-safe learning environments, with many having to juggle remote and in classroom learning

Mr McDermott is currently Director of Pastoral Care at St Gregory’s School which was judged ‘outstanding’ by the Diocese of Clifton

Children who are identified as coming into contact with the affected member of staff are advised to self isolate for eight days

The VE day bench will allow residents and visitors to enjoy the excellent views along Newport Quay and the river.”

The Head of School says that during this time of school closure, pupils have demonstrated resilience, independence, creativity and positivity

The Executive Head says he's confident the Centre Assessed Grades are an accurate reflection of what the students would have achieved under normal circumstances