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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.

Coins and a five pound £5 note

4, October 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight Cabinet to review Council Tax Support scheme for 2025/26 amid financial strain

Isle of Wight Cabinet evaluates a continuous yet slightly adjusted Council Tax Support scheme for 2025/26

woman writing on paper with pen, sat at a table with coffee cup nearby

4, October 2024·1 min read

Improve your skills with Adult Community Learning courses this autumn

Autumn brings fresh learning opportunities with Isle of Wight's adult courses

Litter pickers

4, October 2024·1 min read

Celebrate Green Libraries Week with eco-friendly events at Isle of Wight libraries

Isle of Wight libraries host eco-events for all ages during Green Libraries Week

Hamlet Court Cowes

2, October 2024·2 min read

Hamlet Court’s future hangs in balance with new Cowes development proposal

Neighbours back plan to replace decaying Hamlet Court with new family villas

Aerial view of Apse Heath house and garage

2, October 2024·1 min read

Apse Heath property seeks planning consent for holiday unit transformation

Permission is being sought to extend and convert a triple garage into a two-bedroom holiday let

Computer Keyboard with Shift key replaced by 'Planning' key

2, October 2024·1 min read

Plans to convert High Street storage space into a one-bedroom flat

The plans, if approved, could be addressing the issue of much-needed housing

norris castle

2, October 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight council demands urgent repairs to Grade I Listed Norris Castle

Isle of Wight's Norris Castle's rapid repair deterioration prompts council intervention

Ocean Hotel

2, October 2024·3 min read

Isle of Wight authorities warn against the dangers of entering derelict buildings

Appeal for parents to warn children of the risks of entering abandoned properties

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2, October 2024·2 min read

High-standard one-bedroom flats to replace space above former Carphone Warehouse

Space above a former Carphone Warehouse branch on the Isle of Wight could be converted into flats

man holding mobile phone

1, October 2024·1 min read

New text message scam targeting Isle of Wight residents with fake fines

Beware of text scams impersonating Parking Services, a concerned OnTheWight reader warns

Borehold rig on Leeson Road

1, October 2024·1 min read

Ventnor’s Leeson Road borehole drilling on track despite temporary snag, say council

Progress was interrupted on Sunday when a casing temporarily became stuck deep underground. It's now been retrieved and drilling due to commence again today

Inside a bright and colourful loungers bar

1, October 2024·2 min read

Proposed Lounges cafe bar in former Cowes church meets community pushback (updated)

Residents challenge plans to transform Cowes church into a Lounges cafe bar

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