Business News

Businesses across the Island are being reminded that changes to business rates are on the way, as the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) updates rateable values for all non‑domestic properties in England and Wales.

Isle of Wight Pearl has opened its Conservatory space for private hire for the first time, offering a new clifftop venue for intimate celebrations and events.

Leslies Motors' popular Motor Show will return tomorrow (Sunday) with a variety of vehicles from a host of well-known brands including Suzuki, Toyota, Kia, Omoda and Jaecoo...

Isle of Wight firm W. Hurst & Son has confirmed that its Freshwater and Shanklin branches will remain open following a comprehensive financial review.

Southern Vectis engineering technician Sam Wenman is celebrating this week after being named employee of the year by the Isle of Wight bus operator.

Ventnor's Stripped Brasserie & Bar, run by husband-and-wife team Stefan and Ramona, is making waves with its new front-of-house chicken rotisserie.

ATS Euromaster at Spithead Business Centre in Lake is set to become a Formula One Autocentre as part of a nationwide wind-down of the company’s UK operations.

Van Mossel Esplanade in Cowes has significantly expanded the choice available to Isle of Wight car buyers following the acquisition of 2 major UK dealer groups by its parent company, Van Mossel Automotive Group.

Strings in Newport has been nominated for the Grassroots Venue: Spirit of The Scene Award at this year’s Music Week Awards.

Hovertravel is celebrating a significant boost in group travel demand after leading coach holiday operator Caledonian Travel increased its bookings with the cross-Solent service by over 100 %, with 30 dedicated craft sailings now secured for the 2026 season.