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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.

Karl Love

16, May 2024·2 min read

Close contest leads to new Chair and Vice-Chair at Isle of Wight council

Councillor Karl Love becomes Chair after a tied vote at council meeting

Debbie Andre, Phil Jordan, Simon Bryant and Wendy Perera

16, May 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight council commits to a smokefree future with new declaration

Aiming to cut smoking-related deaths, the council leads with a bold declaration

Cllr Shirley Smart and Jack from ERMC

15, May 2024·1 min read

Decades of public service: Shirley Smart steps down from public life

After 40 years of public service, Shirley Smart resigns from local council role, marking the end of an era

Aerial view of Bonchurch landslide

15, May 2024·13 min read

Comprehensive meeting report on Leeson Road, Gills Cliff Road, Bath Road and the graben (update 2)

Ventnor landslide closures persist as Island Roads monitors and plans future actions. Read News OnTheWight's comprehensive report from Tuesday's meeting

Reinstated seawall apron and revetment

14, May 2024·3 min read

Ventnor Eastern Esplanade sea defence nears completion, up for People’s Choice Award

Ventnor's coastal protection project shortlisted for collaborative excellence award. Cast your vote

Contents of a grab bag of emergency items such as water, medical supplies, sustenance and more

14, May 2024·2 min read

Council launches new web resource to help residents prepare emergency plans

Isle of Wight council promotes emergency preparedness during awareness week

Ventnor Community Pantry - showing shelves of food and fridges full of food

13, May 2024·2 min read

Council plans expansion of community pantries with latest government funding

Isle of Wight council secures crucial funding to support vulnerable households

Michael Lilley at the election count

13, May 2024·1 min read

Councillor Michael Lilley advocates for peer-support self-help groups during Mental Health Awareness Week

Councillor Michael Lilley will be championing the importance of peer-support self-help groups during Mental Health Awareness Week

Storm overflow pipe into river

9, May 2024·1 min read

Councillor Redrup urges Isle of Wight council to aim for zero sea sewage releases by 2030

Councillor proposes motion to halt sewage discharges into Isle of Wight sea by 2030

Ryde Town Board chair Steven Holbrook meets with Long-Term Plan for Towns Programme Director Adam Hawksbee to discuss opportunities and challenges facing Ryde

8, May 2024·1 min read

Ryde set for transformation with Long-Term Plan for Towns programme

Ryde embarks on transformative projects with a £2m per year for ten years government-funded grant

Illustration of the Dementia hub

8, May 2024·3 min read

Cowes welcomes a vibrant community space supporting those affected by dementia

Cowes unveils a dedicated support hub for Islanders living with dementia, opening next week

Bagpipe players at the Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day 2023

7, May 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight businesses back Armed Forces Day with sponsorship

Corporate sponsorships enhance Armed Forces Day, supporting Isle of Wight's servicemen

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