The Isle of Wight Green party last week received a letter from a resident calling them 'traitors' for wanting to stay in the EU. Their Chair shares his response.
Find out who you can vote for, where to vote and other useful facts about this Thursday's elections for South East region MEPs taking place on the Isle of Wight.
On the Island Brexit Party clear win. Pro-Remain second and third places total 70% of Brexit Party. Conservatives and Labour fall badly behind. Updated: MEP selected
If you want to understand why MP Bob Seely has shifted his support from Gove to Johnson, here’s our conversation with him. Many points were discussed, including why he thinks the candidates will be wise to listen to the needs of the Isle of Wight – and how that may lead to Boris Johnson visiting the Island.
The organisation that supports women affected by domestic abuse said the tweet from Bob Seely, "Reflects an ugly misogyny in our MP choosing to protect the reputation of such a man." The MP hasn't, as yet, responded.
Event co-organiser, Mairead Healy, said, "We have seen a complete dismissal of domestic abuse in a way that further stigmatises the issue." The location will be confirmed once you sign up to attend.
The Isle of Wight is the first constituency in the UK to host a dedicated event for both the candidates in their quest to be the next Prime Minister. Opposition parties share their views on the visit.