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Watch on as Isle of Wight councillors vote on a challenging 2025/26 budget and council tax rise this Wednesday
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Some Wightbus routes will be serviced by Moss-branded coaches over the summer whilst old Wightbuses are rebranded prior to takeover.
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More proposed cuts ...
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Three library campaigners have a meeting with the DCMS today to discuss the council's plans to close five libraries on the Island.
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Visit your local library today for World Book Day, unless you live in Ryde, Ventnor, Shanklin, Bembridge, Freshwater, Niton or Cowes as all these libraries now close on a Thursday.
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A reminder that the Occupy Isle of Wight event takes place this Saturday in St Thomas' Square, Newport. The one-day peaceful protest starts from noon.
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Proposals for the Isle of Wight Council’s future approach to the management of its budget have been published today (Wednesday 5 October).
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Find out what your councillor has to say about the issues being debated at the November Isle of Wight full council meeting.
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Although full council have voted against the motion, over 70 per cent of those responding to the public consultation voted in favour of moving power and funding to a combined authority. Tonight's Executive Committee will make their decision on the motion to explore the deal further.
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Isle of Wight council faces a delay in budget talks due to funding uncertainty and lack of information from the Government
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Dave reports back from his meeting with officials at the DCMS
