Newport is the capital of the Isle of Wight. It’s the town with the most nation-wide chains of shops as well as being the centre for business. The County council are head-quartered there.
The Mike Howley Trust, a legacy of the late Mike Howley, partners with Platform One and Quay Arts to disperse bursaries of up to £1,500 to young Isle of Wight writers and performers to help them achieve their artistic aspirations