South Wight Area Youth Partnership celebrates a decade of service with prestigious King’s Award award
23, May 2024·2 min readLetter: Government Bill to be rushed through Parliament gives powers for mass surveillance of bank accountsNew bill's amendments enable Government to spy on welfare recipients' finances, says this reader, who urges people to sign the petition
22, May 2024·2 min readNational Police Chiefs Council urges a review of arrest practices amid prison overcrowdingPolice consider arrests strategy in response to National Police Chiefs Council's letter highlighting the urgent need to address overcrowded prisons
21, May 2024·1 min readLetter: Rishi Sunak's financial gains from Infosys shares questioned amid government tiesSunak's financial interest in Infosys spotlighted along with government contract connections
17, May 2024·3 min readFreshwater Parish Council grants over £250,000 in support of local community centreFreshwater Parish Council continues substantial support for West Wight Community Centre
13, May 2024·2 min readCouncil plans expansion of community pantries with latest government fundingIsle of Wight council secures crucial funding to support vulnerable households
8, May 2024·2 min readNew research sheds light on hygiene poverty affecting Isle of Wight residentsTesco and suppliers unite to fight hygiene poverty, helping Isle of Wight families
8, May 2024·4 min readGovernment unveils £1.6 million transport project for island communities (but it's not new money)Despite the Government's announcement of a "new £1.6 million project to improve transport links on Island communities", it's not new money, but funds announced 6-7 months ago
19, November 2024·1 min readGrade II listed Isle of Wight cottage set for retail and residential revampConversion plans for former chocolate shop to include retail space and residence
19, November 2024·1 min readJoe Robertson appointed as Parliamentary Private Secretary for Shadow Culture TeamJoe Robertson joins Shadow Culture Team to oversee critical arts and sports policy
19, November 2024·2 min readIsle of Wight council to vote on five-year plan for protected landscapeCouncil to decide on Isle of Wight National Landscape's five-year management plan
19, November 2024·1 min readSt Mary’s Hospital launches virtual tour of Special Care Baby Unit for Island familiesInsightful online tour of St Mary’s Hospital Special Care Baby Unit launched to support Isle of Wight families
19, November 2024·2 min readIsle of Wight councillor urges support for small businesses after recent strugglesIsle of Wight businesses need governmental support, councillor submits motion to discuss support