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Learn what’s really happening at the Isle of Wight Council at OnTheWight, reported by this award-winning team behind the Isle of Wight news service.

Coverage includes the council’s delegated decisions, planning applications, changes in policy and press releases.

lots of tea light candles

21, November 2024·1 min read

‘Lights of Love’ service to pay tribute to lost loved ones on Isle of Wight

Special chapel service to unite friends and families in memory this December

Coins and a five pound £5 note

21, November 2024·3 min read

Isle of Wight council approves enhanced support package for low-income residents

Council tax relief for struggling Isle of Wight residents; plan approved by Full Council

white letter box at the crematorium

20, November 2024·1 min read

Bereaved offered comfort with memorial garden’s unique post box service

A white post box at the Isle of Wight Crematorium for heartfelt letters to lost loved ones is now available

chickens on grass

20, November 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight bird keepers urged to guard against bird flu risks (updated)

Essential bird flu prevention measures highlighted for Isle of Wight avian owners

12 high street shanklin

20, November 2024·1 min read

Two one-bedroom flats to replace storage area above charity shop in Shanklin

Shanklin High Street development gains approval for flats above former charity shop

The outside of the former Chocolate Island Cottage

19, November 2024·1 min read

Grade II listed Isle of Wight cottage set for retail and residential revamp

Conversion plans for former chocolate shop to include retail space and residence

landscape view of sandown from brading downs by Roger J Millward

19, November 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight council to vote on five-year plan for protected landscape

Council to decide on Isle of Wight National Landscape's five-year management plan

A 'yes we are open' sign on a shop door

19, November 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight councillor urges support for small businesses after recent struggles

Isle of Wight businesses need governmental support, councillor submits motion to discuss support

School uniform - primary school pupils shoes and dresses -

19, November 2024·1 min read

Primary school admissions now open on Isle of Wight for next academic year

Parents can now register children for 2025 primary school term

Computer Keyboard with Shift key replaced by 'Planning' key

19, November 2024·1 min read

Proposed barn to bolster on-site hay storage for Isle of Wight farm

A new barn may provide key storage for hay and equipment for Isle of Wight farm

Ed Blake

19, November 2024·2 min read

Councillor Ed Blake calls for action against mental health stigma following local tragedies

Isle of Wight councillor proposes motion to prioritise mental health across all public sectors

Aerial view of bonchurch landslide

18, November 2024·1 min read

Isle of Wight council nears completion of borehole drilling to monitor ground stability

The Isle of Wight council's borehole efforts in Bonchurch aim to assess and manage landslip risks efficiently

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