HM Coastguard is keeping tight-lipped over major plans to reform the fourth emergency service, including introducing full-time Coastguards into rescue teams across the country. Island Echo understands that up to 600 new full-time staff are to be recruited nationwide to complement...

Joe Robertson MP has called on the new Minister for Local Government, Alison McGovern, to respect the Isle of Wight’s unique status and listen to Islanders in the upcoming Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). The Isle of Wight East MP has...

Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has joined Joe Robertson MP's calls for a future Mayor to have powers over cross-Solent transport. As part of the Local Government restructuring, the proposed Mayor of the Hampshire and Solent Combined Authority would...

The Isle of Wight, with its scenic coastline and relaxed pace of life, has traditionally offered residents a wealth of outdoor activities. From walking along the sandy beaches to cycling through lush countryside, leisure on the island has often been...

Isle of Wight-based Apex Competition is set to give away its biggest ever cash prize this month, with 1 lucky winner set to scoop a massive £100,000 on Sunday 28th September. Run by Islanders, the online competition platform has been...

Isle of Wight East MP Joe Robertson has accused Councillor Phil Jordan, Leader of the Isle of Wight Council, of making 'deeply misleading' statements regarding the proposed creation of a regional Mayor for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. In...

Red Funnel has introduced a new fare guarantee to support Isle of Wight residents travelling to NHS appointments on the mainland. The new Flexible Returns Policy ensures that if a patient needs to change their return journey - whether due...

"That’s what we call a garden party" – this was the message from WightAID after it celebrated with a fundraising event in the garden of Geoff and Amy Underwood. On the day, more than £40,000 was raised for the charity,...

Most casual players focus obsessively on visual performance when building gaming setups. They chase the highest frame rates, the sharpest resolutions, and the most vibrant displays. Some might even take breaks from intense gaming sessions to enjoy entertainment like spin...

Britten-Norman has reached a major milestone in its programme to bring full aircraft production back to Bembridge. Supported by new investment and a wide-ranging transformation initiative, the company has completed more than 50% of the first new UK-built Islander’s assembly,...