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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.

the site of ryde demolition

13, December 2024·1 min read

Ryde could see new housing development on former demolition yard site

Nine houses may replace Ryde demolition yard, providing needed homes and greenery

Council chamber desks and microphones

12, December 2024·1 min read

Isle of Wight council Leader approves Full Council debate on school closures

Democratic step ahead as IW council to hold vote indicative on school closures in January 2025

older woman looking pensive

12, December 2024·2 min read

Help shape the future of dementia care on the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight launches online questionnaire for Dementia Strategy feedback and improvements

red bauble hang on fir branch in snow

12, December 2024·12 min read

Isle of Wight council service hours for Christmas and New Year 2024/2025 (updated)

Isle of Wight Council announces festive season service hours and emergency contacts

Computer Keyboard with Shift key replaced by 'Planning' key

12, December 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight’s Compass Bar plans for new ‘alfresco mobile kitchen’

Cowes's Compass Bar to diversify with a new courtyard mobile catering concept

DfT THINK campaign illustration showing person and driving licence being washed away with lager

12, December 2024·3 min read

THINK! Christmas campaign warns young men of drink-driving risks

Isle of Wight Christmas campaign challenges young men's drink-driving perceptions

planning key on a computer keyboard

12, December 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight barn conversion plan faces scrutiny over planning details

Proposed Wroxall barn conversion into home sparks local and planning authority debate

School chairs on desk

12, December 2024·2 min read

Open Letter to Cabinet members ahead of school closure decision

Councillor Stuart recommends pausing school closures pending agreement on selection criteria

cabinet september 2024

12, December 2024·3 min read

Cabinet to decide fate of six primary schools tonight

Cabinet members are being asked to approve the closure of six primary schools in August 2025

Approved key on computer keyboard

11, December 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight’s Luccombe Manor to expand with three luxury new rooms

Luccombe Manor wins bid for new rooms, enhancing Shanklin's luxury accommodation offering

Pallance road, northwood from google maps

11, December 2024·2 min read

Northwood Parish Council demands urgent road safety measures on Pallance Road

Urgent call for road safety action on Pallance Road by Northwood Parish

drawing of plans for heathfield campsite

11, December 2024·2 min read

Revised plans for Isle of Wight village development offer more green spaces

Public feedback prompts amended proposals for contentious Isle of Wight village project

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