The Kashmir Cafe at Isle of Wight Festival is the biggest fundraiser for Quay Arts, so with the festival cancelled this year, an alternative way to support the much-loved arts venue has been revealed
A motion led by Green councillor, Michael Lilley - to be seconded by Conservative councillor - is calling on the Isle of Wight council to commit to urgent action to reduce carbon emissions on the Island.
Vix Lowthion says that whilst wildfires have raged across the UK in East Sussex, Edinburgh and Wales, the Isle of Wight MP's "silence is deafening" on the issue of climate change and the Government's progress on achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2020.
Isle of Wight climate campaigners are preparing for an even bigger gathering of Islanders in the centre of Newport for a day of action next month. Details within.
Southern Vectis were asked to offer a reduced £1 bus fare on the day of Isle of Wight climate change marches in order to encourage residents to take the bus rather than drive to take part. According to this reader they refused.
Councils around the country are signing up to declare a 'climate emergency' and pledge to become carbon neutral by 2030. If this petition from a concerned citizen attracts more than 2,500 signatures it can be debated in the IW council chamber. Links within.
Islanders marched through Newport on Saturday afternoon, raising awareness about the impact of climate change and calling on the Isle of Wight council to join other councils around the country and globe to declare a 'Climate Emergency'.
The brilliant Undecided Art Collective will be serving up the fruits of their labour at the latest art show, titled Undecided², at Ventnor Exchange from Friday 29th April.