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.
Charlotte Burch may have been spotted on the cycle path between Newport and Sandown. Residents are urged to check their garages and outbuildings where she may have been seeking shelter in this particularly cold weather.
A powdered substance used in A-Level Chemistry studies could present an explosive hazard if not stored correctly. The Bomb Squad were called to two schools on the Island on Monday to ensure safety of pupils and teachers.
England's Chief Inspector of Hospitals, Professor Sir Mike Richards, has published his first report on the quality of services provided by Isle of Wight NHS Trust.