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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.

Angela Rayner standing in front of the union flag

5, February 2025·2 min read

Isle of Wight council elections postponed to 2026, confirms Angela Rayner (update 2)

Angela Rayner confirms Isle of Wight council elections will now take place in 2026

white lady bridge - a wooden bridge that runs across Shorwell Shute

5, February 2025·2 min read

Shorwell’s iconic White Lady Bridge set for replacement due to safety concerns

The historic White Lady Bridge in Shorwell is set to be rebuilt with a new steel and timber design

Alpaca looking through a gap in the fence panels

4, February 2025·1 min read

New barn proposal at Isle of Wight alpaca farm submitted despite previous rejection

An alpaca farm in Northwood has submitted a new barn proposal despite prior rejection

The weeping beech tree in church litten

3, February 2025·1 min read

Iconic Weeping Beech tree to be removed due to safety concerns

A digital memorial will be created to honour the historic Weeping Beech tree

derelict property on fitzroy street sandown

3, February 2025·1 min read

Isle of Wight property owners face further action after failing to improve ‘eyesore’

Owners of a dilapidated Sandown property face further legal action after ignored repairs

wroxall toilet block

3, February 2025·1 min read

Plans submitted to convert former public toilet into one-bedroomed dwelling

Plans to convert a former public toilet in Wroxall into a one-bedroom home have been submitted

Older person using a laptop

3, February 2025·2 min read

Last chance for Islanders to share their views on proposed primary school closures

Islanders have until 5pm Monday to comment on proposed school closures in consultation

Heras fencing up at Ryde Town Hall, Lind Street, Isle of Wight

3, February 2025·1 min read

Isle of Wight planning application list and map: 3 Feb 2025

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

Books and apple and ABC blocks on a school desk

3, February 2025·2 min read

Union critiques prompt council to clarify school closure decision-making process

Trade unionists raise serious concerns about proposed school closures and potential job losses

Computer Keyboard with Shift key replaced by 'Planning' key

2, February 2025·3 min read

Freshwater residents oppose proposed 27-home development, calling plans ‘shocking and reckless’

A backlash from locals arises as Colwell Bay View submits plans for new homes in Freshwater

neon sign with handshake on dark background

1, February 2025·2 min read

Letter: Urgent need for collaboration as school closure proposals fuel community outrage

Wroxall Primary stakeholder highlights concerns over school closures and their impact on education

Jonathan Bacon

31, January 2025·3 min read

Renewed questioning of Councillor Jonathan Bacon at council meeting on school closures

Councillor Jonathan Bacon faced intense questioning regarding proposed school closures from concerned parents

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