‘We won’t get to choose whether or not we want Devolution, it is going to happen’, says council leader
Isle of Wight council to receive £1.6 million to deal with potholes in latest Government announcement
23, June 2023·2 min readOn the cusp of excellence: Isle of Wight primary school nears Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ statusFollowing latest inspection, Ofsted hints at 'Outstanding' potential for next review
23, June 2023·2 min readNational specialist care shortage forces Isle of Wight children to mainlandIsle of Wight's vulnerable children endure disheartening distances for care, costing the council £32m over the past decade
21, June 2023·2 min readIsle of Wight council responds to delay in education and care support plan assessmentsIsle of Wight council criticised for delays in assessing and producing special needs education and care plans
20, June 2023·1 min readVentnor community unites to combat child poverty through Better Days Cafe’s GoFundMe campaignVentnor's Better Days Cafe is combating local child poverty through a fundraising-fed free meals initiative during school holidays
19, June 2023·2 min readNew £240k ‘Move On and Thrive Fund’ aims to address youth housing challenges on Isle of WightWith the launch of the 'Move On and Thrive Fund', young Islanders are getting a helping hand to tackle housing challenges amidst the cost-of-living crisis!
19, June 2023·2 min readInclusivity champions: Vectis Radio 4Ps Training School in running for major awardPrestigious Radio Academy Young Audio Awards nomination for impactful community work
16, June 2023·1 min readMidsummer Night’s Dream: Quantum Theatre’s magical production at Ventnor FringeQuantum Theatre delivers a magical, Shakespearean spectacle at 2023's Ventnor Fringe Festival. Book now to avoid being disappointed
15, June 2023·1 min readJoin Mole and Ratty for adventures at The Wind in the Willows, Ventnor Fringe FestivalQuantum Theatre presents an enchanting Wind in the Willows adaptation at Ventnor Fringe
15, June 2023·1 min readIsle of Wight Holiday Activities and Food Programme open to more families this summerThe council's Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme returns this summer, offering more opportunities for local children
14, June 2023·1 min readQuantum Theatre returns with Beatrix Potter’s magical tales at Ventnor FringeGrab your tickets for a family fun afternoon
13, June 2023·1 min readSpecial screening of Disney’s remake inspires Isle of Wight Girlguiding membersGirlguiding Isle of Wight members relished a special Little Mermaid screening, uniting and inspiring all ages
12, June 2023·1 min read14-year-old boy charged in Freshwater for multiple thefts from Sainsbury’sTeenage boy from Freshwater charged with multiple thefts from local Sainsbury's store