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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.

Dinosaur Isle exterior with swans in foreground

14, November 2024·1 min read

Dinosaur Isle’s Blast from the Past event returns this weekend in Sandown

Dinosaur Isle event unites history enthusiasts for a weekend of archaeological wonder

British notes and coins, money cash

13, November 2024·1 min read

Over £300,000 in community grants available to combat poverty on Isle of Wight

Over £300,000 available for Island schemes to assist with living essentials needs

lorren hotel, Lake

13, November 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight hotel considers transformation into rental flats amidst tourism challenges

Family-run hotel proposes shift to rental flats to enhance economic viability

Approved key on computer keyboard

13, November 2024·3 min read

Newport gains new affordable housing with the approval of seven-bed HMO

A new HMO in Newport aims to offer affordable housing amidst some opposition

woman showing empty wallet

12, November 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight council offers food and utility vouchers to low-income families as cost of living crisis continues

Additional £1.1 million allocated to help Isle of Wight residents manage living costs

Angry Birds toys on a table top

12, November 2024·2 min read

Healthwatch report reveals increasing dissatisfaction with Isle of Wight health services

Healthwatch reports 68% negative feedback on Isle of Wight health and social care

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

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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

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