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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.

Ian-Stephens

12, November 2024·1 min read

Adult social care and children’s services weigh heavily on Island finances

Council report foresees significant financial pressures in adult social care on the Isle of Wight

Closing down sign on shop window

12, November 2024·1 min read

Government grants local authorities more control over vacant town centre properties

Isle of Wight council gains new authority to rejuvenate empty town centre shops

Two staff members at Island Futures event

12, November 2024·1 min read

Isle of Wight council holds successful ‘Your Future’ event for career opportunities

Isle of Wight council's careers event sees positive community response

Northwood House car park toilet block

12, November 2024·2 min read

Former Cowes toilet block proposed for transformation into community cafe

Former Cowes toilet block may become a cafe to benefit Northwood House estate

Pair of safety glasses sitting on blueprints for building

11, November 2024·1 min read

Isle of Wight planning application list and map: 11 Nov 2024

Stay up-to-date with local planning developments with OnTheWight's planning list and map

Man looking through magnifying glass

11, November 2024·1 min read

Isle of Wight Council to address affordable housing crisis in scrutiny session

Corporate Scrutiny Committee to question Isle of Wight's social and affordable housing delivery

Northwood House with cherry blossom

11, November 2024·2 min read

Historic Northwood House may see modern renovations to cater to future events

Northwood House Charitable Trust applies to upgrade historic Isle of Wight venue

Dog jumping through a field

11, November 2024·2 min read

Clampdown on dog fouling and beach access proposed in upcoming cabinet meeting

Dog-related public behaviour regulations await Isle of Wight cabinet decision Thursday

British notes and coins, money cash

9, November 2024·1 min read

Brading faces increased council tax to maintain services, warns Mayor

Mayor announces Brading's precept increase essential for maintaining local services and facilities

Crab Inn Shanklin

8, November 2024·2 min read

Historic Crab Inn on Isle of Wight set for garden revamp and interior upgrade

Iconic 18th-century Crab Inn ready for approved refurbishment and garden design

Double yellow lines on the roadside

8, November 2024·1 min read

Seaview High Street parking restrictions approved to improve road safety

New 'no waiting' parking restrictions set to increase road safety in Seaview

Waterside Pool with roof open

8, November 2024·2 min read

Ryde’s popular public swimming pool set to go green with new solar panels

Ryde swimming pool to embrace sustainability with approved solar panel installation

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