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Just as anywhere else in the world, the Isle of Wight is made up of many political colours.

In recent years the Conservatives have dominated the polls in the general and local elections.

Below are articles relating to politics on the Isle of Wight.

8, May 2015·2 min read

Andrew Turner returned as Isle of Wight MP: The detail (Update 6)

The disruption to incumbent Conservative MP Andrew Turner's election campaign over the last few months has not affected the final outcome of the general election vote. A remarkable result for many reasons. We've got a full breakdown of all the significant points.

7, May 2015·1 min read

View all the election candidate’s leaflets online in one place

OnTheWight has gathered all of the candidates' election mailouts, so if you've chucked them out, or you don't have them with you, you can check the details, if you haven't already voted today.

6, May 2015·4 min read

Want to know the views of election candidates on a £100bn Trident replacement?

The prospective parliamentary candidates have shared their views on many local issues over the last month, but do you have any idea how they might vote on a £100bn Trident replacement? We asked the question and found out for you.

6, May 2015·1 min read

UKIP a nose ahead of Greens in latest Isle of Wight election poll

There's only one vote between the top two Parties in this latest of election polls. The rest of the candidates are left behind.

6, May 2015·2 min read

Independent councillors back Ian Stephens for MP

The Island Independent group of councillors at the Isle of Wight council explain that although they will work with whoever gets elected as MP for the Island, they believe Ian Stephens is the right man for the job.

Rob Da Bank with Party pooper by Julian Winslow

5, May 2015·1 min read

Rob da Bank: Vote UKIP in? Isle of Wight might lose Bestival

Does Robby’s threat to take Bestival away from the Island bring sufficient fear into people’s minds that they might change their vote?

5, May 2015·1 min read

Letter: What do the prospective MPs want from the voter?

Peter Geach returns to the subject he raised before Christmas and now asks, "What do the prospective MPs want from the voters – apart from votes?"

5, May 2015·1 min read

VoteSmart claims LibDem candidate only choice for Isle of Wight

Data from 650 constituencies has been analysed by non-partisan research organisation, VoteSmart, claims David Goodall is the best hope for the Island.

5, May 2015·3 min read

Stewart Blackmore: Why I believe Labour can win the Island

IW Labour prospective parliamentary candidate, Stewart Blackmore, says there have been many comments on the Island saying that Labour cannot win the election because they never have before. He believes that circumstances are very different this time around and explains why.

5, May 2015·3 min read

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