The Conservative group leader says talks have been taking place amidst calls for a coalition cabinet — where Councillors from multiple groups would hold senior positions - which could result in a big change at the top. Throwing his hat...

National trade tools supplier Screwfix is expanding to a 2nd location on the Isle of Wight at the Spithead Business Centre in Lake. Screwfix has unveiled plans to transform the former Tile Superstores and Isle Jump trampoline park buildings into...

A bid to change the way decisions are made at the Isle of Wight Council has been delayed, because it has financial implications. At a meeting last week, Councillor Geoff Brodie called for a return to a different governance system....

A new restaurant in Cowes will be able to serve food outside until late into the evening, despite concerns from its neighbours. The owners of The Garden, on Cowes High Street, can now get ‘more bums on seats’ by extending...

The former owners of Sandown’s derelict Ocean Hotel will appear before the Isle of Wight Crown Court this week. It is the latest step in the Isle of Wight Council’s case against Phoenix Commercial Property Development (PCPD). In February 2022,...

There could soon be a new Isle of Wight youth centre in Sandown’s former town hall – alongside previously approved new flats and houses. The Isle of Wight Council is trying to bring the dilapidated Grafton Street building back to...

Crucial traffic orders to improve safety around a new football ground for the Isle of Wight have been approved. It will mean the speed limit on Fairlee Road, between Island Harbour and the Racecourse Roundabout and on Whippingham Road, on the...

The new owners of an Isle of Wight game shoot are looking to enhance facilities for its patrons. A new lodge is proposed at Rowborough Farm, on Bowcombe Road, to create a better shoot day experience for visitors, guests, and...

Councillor Claire Critchison, a Green Party Councillor and part of the 'sinking' Alliance Group, was successfully voted in again as the chair of Isle of Wight Council on Wednesday night. She won the vote against the Conservative nomination, Councillor Chris...

Councillor Karl Love has this week announced his departure from the Cabinet and his role as the lead for adult social care and public health, which he held since May 2021. The news broke ahead of yesterday's annual full council...