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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.

15, February 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight council to face judicial review in court over West Acre Park decision

A King's Council Judge rules that Ryde Appley and Elmfield residents' case against council over West Acre Park planning decision to proceed

15, February 2024·1 min read

Council Chair’s Coburg visit marks decades-long link with the Isle of Wight

Councillors visit Coburg, enhancing long-standing friendship with the Isle of Wight

Shanklin Spa concept artists impression of aparthotel

15, February 2024·2 min read

Shanklin Spa redevelopment stalls as developer pulls out of Isle of Wight project

Shanklin Spa redevelopment falters as developer steps back

15, February 2024·3 min read

Have your say on the 30 new proposed parking restrictions across West Wight

Council invites opinions on West Wight parking restrictions before 8th March deadline

15, February 2024·1 min read

Former Isle of Wight primary school set for transformation into housing development

Empty Weston Academy in Totland may become new housing after council's sale

15, February 2024·1 min read

Rural Isle of Wight to benefit from extended late-night bus services

Isle of Wight council to enhance public transport with extra buses and continued late services on rural routes

13, February 2024·2 min read

Derelict Westridge Cross houses: Why are they like that and what’s happening next

Action beckons for these two empty Ryde properties as local councillor demands they are put back into use

13, February 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight council cabinet member refutes bankruptcy fears amid financial challenges

Isle of Wight cabinet member denies bankruptcy likelihood, but faces significant financial challenges

13, February 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight council leader moves to restore vital hardship fund for vulnerable

Council leader seeks to reinstate fund that has helped more than 1,000 struggling Islanders

Aerial view of Compton Bay erosion by Isle of Wight Guru

12, February 2024·2 min read

Military Road: Isle of Wight council urged to reconsider ‘no active intervention’ coastal policy

The Isle of Wight council's coastal erosion policy is under scrutiny as Military Road's future hangs in the balance

Artist's impression of new spectator stand at Newport Football ground

12, February 2024·2 min read

Newport FC’s proposed new stadium scaled down to single-storey clubhouse

South Coast Leisure's Newport FC stadium plans are modified to a smaller, more cost-effective clubhouse

12, February 2024·2 min read

Historic hotel in Sandown approved for redevelopment into modern living spaces

Once hosting a rock legend, Sandown's Esplanade Hotel is getting a 21st-century makeover

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