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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.

Nurdles being held in the palm of someone's hand on the beach

31, January 2024·5 min read

Microplastics on Isle of Wight beaches: Planet Aware and partners address the issue

Local action group's demonstration draws attention to plastic nurdle pollution

31, January 2024·1 min read

Isle of Wight Council seeks feedback on proposed School Transport Policy changes

Council launches public consultation on changes affecting school transport services on the Island. Have your say

30, January 2024·2 min read

Sustainable drainage systems to be integral in new Isle of Wight developments: Have your say

Isle of Wight council seeks public consultation on innovative drainage guidance

Paul Berry, Xavier Baker and Chris Mannion holding a large British and Isle of Wight flag

30, January 2024·2 min read

Councillor Lilley proposes Freedom of Isle of Wight award for Mermaid Atlantic rowers

Three Islanders' Atlantic rowing victory may earn them Freedom of the Isle of Wight

bembridge boatyard redevelopment © Dean Parkman Architecture

30, January 2024·1 min read

Bembridge boatyard development proposal pulled from consideration

Bembridge's contentious harbour redevelopment plans have been unexpectedly withdrawn without explanation

Luccombe Manor aerial shot - from their Facebook page

29, January 2024·1 min read

Third refusal by Isle of Wight council for Luccombe Manor’s extension proposal

Luccombe Manor's attempt to expand its hotel with more bedrooms is denied again

26, January 2024·3 min read

Policing precept hike approved despite concerns over cost of living crisis

Policing costs rise for residents, promising enhanced officer presence on the Isle of Wight

Woman with walking aid in the park by a pond

26, January 2024·1 min read

Community equipment amnesty launched to aid Isle of Wight NHS Trust

Residents can declutter and help others by returning community equipment in amnesty

Harry (Southern Water), Ian Dore, Ian (Southern Water), James Brewer (IW Council)

26, January 2024·2 min read

Binstead residents offered free water butts by Southern Water to mitigate flooding

Binstead's latest flood prevention measures include free water butts offered to residents by Southern Water

25, January 2024·1 min read

Plans to transform former Cowes cafe into new Isle of Wight launderette

Former cafe in Cowes may become the latest addition to launderette empire

25, January 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight Distribution’s new warehouse in Whippingham gets council approval

Isle of Wight Distribution to create jobs with new Whippingham warehouse

Man holding hand to forehead looking confused

24, January 2024·1 min read

Is MP Seely choosing to withhold true funding figure from council or simply guessing it? asks IWC Leader

Leader of the council told News OnTheWight, "It would be disappointing if our MP was privately aware of the figure the council will receive, but has chosen to withhold that information from the council"

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