The sale details for the plot - which has planning permission for 60 eco lodges on the edge of the nature reserve - say it is in line with the aspirations of the tourism board in terms of "attracting the right demographic and stimulating local economic growth"
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The purchase of the sites will be funded by regeneration funds, approved by the council in its budget for 2019/20, but is subject to being able to agree a purchase price with Homes England.
The state of the Ocean Hotel and King's House, both owned by Carlauren Group are being looked in to by the Isle of Wight council's enforcement officer.
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is offering four prizes of £400 to run projects that involve communities in making a local space a better home for nature. Details within.
Over 600 residents in Bembridge voted for the parish council to not sell the asset, but the councillors say they need the income from the sale to repair and renovate other parish owned businesses.