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In a significant shift, Liberal Democrat Sarah Redrup wins the Wootton Bridge by-election
Isle of Wight Council
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Coverage includes the council’s delegated decisions, planning applications, changes in policy and press releases.
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"Being exposed to discrimination is detrimental to one’s mental well-being, a clear signal that we must work towards a more inclusive community," said Chair of the Youth Council
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Leaders of the two groups of councillors address the upcoming no confidence vote, advocating unity and forward-focused council collaboration
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Europe’s largest shoe retailer plans to occupy Newport's former H&M site from this October
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Discover what's next for Ventnor's coastline. Tuesday's meeting revealed some interesting updates on the Coastal Protection Scheme
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Isle of Wight council seeks a new children's services head amid organisational changes
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Isle of Wight councillors react diversely to a no-confidence motion in current independent leadership
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Empowering Islanders confirms support for Conservative leadership at the Isle of Wight council
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A crucial by-election in Wootton Bridge, Isle of Wight, commences this Thursday
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This time it is the leader of the Conservative Group of councillors who is putting the motion forward
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Since News OnTheWight readers expressed their concerns about the design for the railings, some adjustments have been made. Is that enough?
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After years of Government funding cuts UK councils face a £5bn shortfall, risking the provision of basic services. See where the Isle of Wight fits into this unsustainable situation
