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Rufus is the Local Democracy Reporter for the Isle of Wight, a role he took up in August 2024.
The role, which focuses on subjects such as council meetings, planning applications and matters of democratic interest, is funded by the BBC as part of the national Local Democracy Reporter Scheme - or LDRS.
A “shocking” recent spate of Isle of Wight pharmacy burglaries created “great concern” for contractors and the public, an NHS boss has told councillors. NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight director of primary care and local care James Roach gave...
Read moreDetailsA commitment to preventing domestic abuse and improving outcomes for victims has been endorsed by the Isle of Wight Council, subject to councillor recommendations.
Read moreDetailsPlans to open a new doggy day care centre in Ventnor have been approved by the Isle of Wight Council, paving the way for a new pet care business in the town.
Read moreDetailsIsle of Wight planners have been urged to “do the right thing” and reject a 127-home development facing a flood of objections.
Read moreDetailsA host of Isle of Wight political leaders have sent a clear message to Whitehall following a letter asking for views on postponing local elections: no more delays.
Read moreDetailsA new hay barn will be built at an Isle of Wight farm with rare breed animals after a previous proposal was refused due to visual impact concerns.
Read moreDetailsThe founder of an Isle of Wight civic society has called into question the openness and accountability of the Ryde Neighbourhood Board (RNB), amid an ongoing row over the future of Ryde Theatre.
Read moreDetailsWith Christmas cheer now in full swing across the Isle of Wight, the latest Census data suggests fewer than half the Island’s population are celebrating the festival as Christians.
Read moreDetailsA ‘warm and welcoming’ Isle of Wight primary school has been graded good and outstanding after previously being told it ‘requires improvement’.
Read moreDetailsOpposition has mounted to a bid to convert an events room often used by the Better Days Café.
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