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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.

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

Wild clover and flowers

25, April 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight council embraces ‘No Mow May’ for biodiversity boost

Isle of Wight council supports 'No Mow May' for enhanced local biodiversity

Polling station sign taped to a brick wall

24, April 2024·1 min read

Police and Crime Commissioner election: Changes to rules on voting

Hampshire and Isle of Wight voters, remember your photo ID for next Thursday's vote

Monitoring equipment at Leeson Road

24, April 2024·2 min read

Leeson Road to undergo rigorous ground condition analysis following landslide

Hi-tech gear now tracks ground shifts at Ventnor's vulnerable Leeson Road

Phil Jordan pointing at Peter Spink in cabinet meeting

23, April 2024·3 min read

Debate over agricultural land leads to heated exchange during Isle of Wight council meeting

Isle of Wight council leader defends actions amidst heated exchange with Councillor Spink

Bonchurch Landslip landslide Dec 2023 Mike Collins

23, April 2024·3 min read

Letter: ‘Keep Ventnor Moving’ urges council to resolve prolonged road issues

Ventnor community demands swift council action on damaging road network closures

Michael Lilley and Nick Stuart new

23, April 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight planning policy revision seeks to balance landowner influence in large development objections

Cabinet amends Isle of Wight planning policy following suggestion from LibDem councillor to ensure equality in development objections

food waste on the road

22, April 2024·2 min read

Residents reminded to keep pavements clear by bringing bins in post-collection

Timely bin storage vital for cleaner streets and community access, says council

Columbine Building

19, April 2024·2 min read

Art meets nature as large-scale mural will depict Island’s achievements

Isle of Wight's Columbine Building to bear mural symbolising innovation and nature

Norris Castle looking up from the Solent

17, April 2024·3 min read

Norris Castle Estate redevelopment halted by Isle of Wight council’s refusal

Council rejects Norris Castle hotel plans, developer considers appeal amid building decay

School uniform - primary school pupils shoes and dresses -

16, April 2024·1 min read

Nearly all Isle of Wight parents secure preferred primary school for children

Island's primary school allocations mark a cheerful start for local families

Umbrella Tree without fencing

14, April 2024·2 min read

East Cowes’s historic Umbrella Tree stands free after prolonged conservation battle

Iconic Umbrella Tree in East Cowes saved after seven years of campaigning

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