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Isle of Wight GP Surgeries Criticised Over ‘Alienating’ Online Booking System
Two Isle of Wight GP surgeries have faced criticism over a new online-only booking system described by one patient as “very alienating” for older people.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 15


Former Cowes Office Could Be Converted Into Five-Bedroom Home
Plans have been submitted to turn the former offices of a well-known marine equipment company in Cowes into a five-bedroom house.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 10


“Fascist Pig” Remark Halts Isle Of Wight Council Meeting As Tensions Boil Over
A dramatic series of exchanges between Isle of Wight councillors has thrown County Hall into turmoil this week.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 7


'Wondrous' New Sea Pool Project Could Gain Isle Of Wight Council Backing
A spectacular new project aiming to harness the power of the sea — and make it accessible to islanders and visitors all year round — could soon take a big step forward.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 7


Isle Of Wight Faces Crunch Decision Tonight On Solent Devolution And Mayoral Authority
A major vote on the creation of a new layer of government for Hampshire and the Solent is expected at the Isle of Wight Council this evening.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 1


Appeal Launched After Glamping Pods Plan Rejected Near Calbourne
A bid to transform a countryside campsite near Calbourne into “upmarket and high-end” glamping accommodation has gone to appeal.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 29


Controversial 473-Home Ryde Development Recommended For Approval
A 473-home development has been recommended for conditional approval by Isle of Wight planners.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 26


Council Row Erupts Over Local Government Shake-Up Vote
A war of words has broken out at County Hall following last week’s controversial vote on local government reorganisation.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 25


Redundant Social Services HQ Could Make Way For Affordable Housing In Newport
Ten affordable new homes could replace a former social services building in the Isle of Wight’s county town.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 25


Council Orders Removal Of East Cowes Flags ‘Strictly on Safety Grounds'
“Flags or painted markings” that may be distracting or hazardous to drivers are being removed “strictly on safety grounds”, the Isle of Wight Council has said.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 25


Sandown Town Council Moves To Protect Beloved Boating Lake
Listing the Boating Lake as an ACV would mean that if the privately owned site is ever put up for sale, the community would have the opportunity to bid for it.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 24


Ryde’s £20 Million Fund Sparks Debate Over Board Accountability
Ryde regeneration funding worth £20 million could start becoming available in April next year but decisions still need to be made on what to spend it on.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 23


Plans For 38 New Homes In Rookley Revealed
A new housing estate of up to 38 homes could be built on the outskirts of Rookley.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 23


Island Leaders Voice Concern Over Wightlink Job Cut Plans
Political leaders at the Isle of Wight Council have spoken out against plans by ferry operator Wightlink to cut up to 50 jobs.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 22


Future Of Brading B&B Under Scrutiny As Owners Seek Change Of Use
A ten-room bed and breakfast in an historic Isle of Wight town could be transformed into a large family home amid ‘higher energy costs’ and a rising cost of living.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 21


Moves To Protect Sandown’s ‘Much-Loved’ Boating Lake
Sandown’s iconic boating lake could be safeguarded for the future, as town councillors consider moves to give it special protected status.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 17


Isle Of Wight NHS Trust Defends Electroconvulsive Therapy After ‘Barbaric’ Claim
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has responded to criticism of its use of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), described as ‘barbaric’ by an Isle of Wight councillor.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 17


Green Light For New Homes In Newport’s Historic Centre
Two new homes are set to be created in the heart of Newport, after plans to convert empty offices on Quay Street were approved.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 17


Call For Isle Of Wight Council Pension Fund To Be Invested ‘Ethically’
A motion calling for the Isle of Wight Council’s pension funds to be invested more ‘ethically’ is set to be debated today.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 16


Calls To End ‘Barbaric’ Shock Therapy on Isle of Wight Spark NHS Probe
“Barbaric” or essential? Shock therapy for depression is still being used on the Isle of Wight – with calls for it to be scrapped.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 16
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