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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.
The Environment Agency (EA) has graded 15 bathing spots on the Isle of Wight good or excellent for water quality.
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight needs more youth services to help young people “thrive and advance”, an Isle of Wight councillor has said following the unveiling of a 10-year government plan.
Read moreDetailsA commitment to preventing domestic abuse and improving outcomes for victims could get the Isle of Wight Council’s seal of approval this week.
Read moreDetailsA row has erupted over the future of Ryde Town Hall, with Isle of Wight East MP Joe Robertson accusing the Ryde Neighbourhood Board of acting behind closed doors to influence the building’s sale - a claim strongly denied by...
Read moreDetailsAn Isle of Wight hotel with panoramic views of the sea could be expanded with new sitting rooms and roof terraces.
Read moreDetailsA kebab shop owner has objected to plans for a new residential apartment next to his town centre takeaway.
Read moreDetailsAn historic farm barn at ‘very real risk of collapse’ could be turned into residential accommodation.
Read moreDetailsA proposed 120m solar panel array next to the Isle of Wight National Landscape (IWNL) has been refused as an ‘alien urbanising feature’.
Read moreDetailsThe local authority for the Isle of Wight’s county town has agreed to support members of the Armed Forces community.
Read moreDetailsLong waits for GP appointments, ‘difficult’ access to mental health crisis support and the cost and quality of care at some dental practices are key issues facing Islanders, a watchdog has found.
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