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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.

Road closed - Leeson Road Mon 11th Dec 2023

7, May 2024·1 min read

Leeson Road updates on the agenda at upcoming Ventnor residents’ meeting: Ticket only entry

Book your place to hear the latest updates on Leeson Road and works to the Eastern Esplanade

Bonchurch Landslip landslide Dec 2023 Mike Collins

3, May 2024·1 min read

Experts to begin borehole drilling for Bonchurch landslide analysis in the summer

Council plans summer borehole drilling to predict future movement of the Bonchurch landslide

The site of the derelict house in st catherine street, ventnor

3, May 2024·1 min read

Residents to bid farewell to derelict site with planned new dwellings

Public consultation opens for proposed semi-detached homes

blueprints and pencil

3, May 2024·3 min read

New Draft Island Planning Strategy aims to boost affordable housing and protect countryside

Isle of Wight council's Draft Island Planning Strategy published, inviting public feedback

Cowes floating bridge at very high tide

3, May 2024·1 min read

Isle of Wight floating bridge out of service for repairs ahead of busy weekend

Floating bridge repair work announced; expect alternative arrangements and potential delays today

Graben from top with big crack in road

3, May 2024·1 min read

Excavation at Ventnor’s geological fault crucial for pipe repair, says council

Urgent Newport Road graben repairs possibly taking place in June, to ensure a smooth tourist season

Daffodils outside County Hall in Newport by Simon Haytack

2, May 2024·1 min read

Decision-making overhaul: Isle of Wight council shifts to committee system from May 2025

Isle of Wight council opts for committee governance, to start in May 2025

Recycling Guide Stickers on bins

2, May 2024·1 min read

Ensure a safe May Day: Council issues guidance on rubbish disposal

Council ensures uninterrupted waste services, urges safety in bank holiday waste disposal

man touching a woman's hand

2, May 2024·1 min read

Isle of Wight council offers £5,000 grants for family-supporting local groups

Grants up to £5,000 for groups helping families and young people on the Isle of Wight

Rural scene on the Isle of Wight

29, April 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight’s rural businesses urged to apply for newly launched SME Fund

New Isle of Wight Rural SME Fund to boost local economy with capital grants

Michael Lilley, Graham Biss and others clean up

29, April 2024·3 min read

Abandoned vacuum cleaner among litter collected by councillors and High Sheriff at Appley and Puckpool

Volunteers remove rubbish, including a vacuum cleaner, in Appley Park clean-up effort

Recycle graffiti on wall

26, April 2024·2 min read

Island residents to receive new annual guide for waste and recycling services

Annual waste guide with recycling services coming to Island residents shortly

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