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Disgusted at the continual empty shelves in supermarkets, David Jacques says "it'is all too evident the British have totally lost the 'Blitz Spirit' of World War Two
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An Open Letter has been sent to the Prime Minister, MP, Leader of the Isle of Wight council and ferry companies calling for the Island to be quarantined. What are your thoughts?
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This reader believes in light of the Coronavirus outbreak in the UK, the vulnerable are not adequately protected - and that this ought to be the first priority of all our public services
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The Government's own report on SEND support concluded that it has been let down by failures of implementation, …. confusion and at times unlawful practice, bureaucratic nightmares, buck-passing and a lack of accountability, strained resources, and ultimately dashed the hopes of many
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Letter: Considered vulnerable to Covid-19, but forced to work says 60+year-old pensionless pensioner
This reader said it's time the government gave assurances to the 1950's-born women who are forced to work due to the last minute change to pension age, but appear to be in the vulnerable category for Covid-19
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This reader raises a theory that the large number of trees removed from a site in Ventnor could have had a knock-on effect on Belgrave Road
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This reader asks whether replacing the bike holding area on Red Jet 6 with seating was "short-sightedness or just greed"
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Nicky says that when we hear stories about poor care, we also need to remember the NHS is an incredible service to value and treasure. They share this story of amazing care in the hands of the NHS
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Naomi from Binstead says, "With demand for land for housing and agriculture, we need to start being responsible for our actions"
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Ahead of World Cancer Day, Liz from Clic Sargent shares ways that Islanders can get involved to help this cancer charity for children and young people
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David Griffiths from Yarmouth counters Steve Cowley's letter, setting out what he believes are valid reasons to move Yarmouth School to Freshwater
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Isle of Wight commuter, Steve Gibbs, reminds readers that MP Bob Seely was assured ferry companies were 'ready for the winter' and asks what he's going to do about the recent poor service
