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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.

shanklin theatre

24, October 2024·2 min read

Shanklin Theatre seeks to replace corroded windows with heritage-style frames

Shanklin Theatre pushes for urgent window replacement to protect historic building's integrity

Landscape lane road sign

24, October 2024·2 min read

Renewed opposition to proposed new housing development in Newport

Landscape Lane's proposed housing development meets community backlash over safety and wildlife

The site of the former Newport FC supporters stand and clubhouse

24, October 2024·1 min read

Newport FC’s old clubhouse makes way for new retail park development (photos)

Recent demolition at Newport FC sets stage for retail park and new ground. See the photos

woman holding a mobile phone whilst standing on the street

24, October 2024·1 min read

Isle of Wight council warns of fraudulent text message scams

Council warns of scam texts promising funds and subsidies. Stay vigilant

person fitting pink insulation in a home

23, October 2024·2 min read

Warmer Homes scheme most successful in the region, says Isle of Wight council

Island residents get a month's extension to apply for free energy-saving measures

Funeral directors building from google maps

23, October 2024·1 min read

Former Cowes funeral directors could be transformed into a three-storey family home

Disused Cowes funeral home proposed to become three-storey house with modern amenities

Michael Rainey at planning appeal for Fort Victoria development 2

23, October 2024·2 min read

Fort Victoria Pier’s rejuvenation plans face backlash at Planning Appeal

Public inquiry hears strong opposition to proposed rejuvenation of Fort Victoria Pier

Victoria Pier artists impression

22, October 2024·1 min read

Public inquiry starts for Fort Victoria Pier mixed-use development

An public planning inquiry begins to deliberate a mixed-use development at Fort Victoria Pier

Dog jumping through a field

22, October 2024·1 min read

No change proposed to Isle of Wight dog controls, but still time to have your say

More than 600 residents have already voiced their opinions on Isle of Wight dog rules. Have your say before the deadline

Aerial view of hale manor farm, arreton from Google Maps

22, October 2024·2 min read

Wight Building Materials seeks extended timeline for Arreton quarry restoration

Application to extend Quarry land restoration to 2026 due to Isle of Wight economic shifts

School closure protest in Newport - October 2024 - showing protestors marching to County Hall

21, October 2024·4 min read

Parents and pupils protest against proposed closure of six Isle of Wight schools

Newport sees parent-led protest against potential closure of six local schools

Mark Chiverton from Unison standing outside County Hall

21, October 2024·2 min read

Trade union vows to fight against ‘flawed’ Isle of Wight school proposals

Unison's Isle of Wight secretary criticises school plans, calls for reconsideration

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