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Closed Cowes public toilet block could be converted into café

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Nov 11, 2024

A closed Cowes public toilet block on the edge of a car park could be converted into café. Northwood House…

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New look for the Crab Inn – inside and out

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Nov 11, 2024

Pub and brewing giant, Greene King, have been given listed building and planning consent to enhance the Crab Inn’s outdoor…

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Negative feedback for health and social care

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Nov 11, 2024

More than two thirds of recent feedback on the Isle of Wight’s health and social care services is negative, according…

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Brading Town Council to increase precept “to keep everything running”, mayor says

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Nov 11, 2024

Residents of an Isle of Wight town will have to pay more for services to help “to keep everything running”,…

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Dog controls could be reinstated to prevent anti-social behaviour

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Nov 11, 2024

A clampdown on anti-social behaviour involving dogs could be reinstated by the Isle of Wight Council after a cabinet meeting…

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“Excellent” IW anti-poverty plan agreed at County Hall

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Nov 1, 2024

An “excellent” Isle of Wight anti-poverty plan was agreed at County Hall yesterday. The Health and Wellbeing Board approved the…

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New launderette to benefit Sandown’s town centre

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Nov 1, 2024

An application for a launderette that will enhance the ‘vitality’ of Sandown’s town centre has been approved by the Isle…

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Will there be no parking on Seaview High Street?

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Nov 1, 2024

A ‘no waiting at any time’ permanent parking restriction on Seaview’s High Street could be approved next week. The policy,…

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Dental care provider reveals it will not be opening in Freshwater until a couple of week’s time

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Oct 31, 2024

An Island dental care provider has revealed there will be a two-week gap in provision while the practice establishes itself…

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Take over of Freshwater dental services by Denbigh House “remains on track”, according to ICB

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Oct 31, 2024

The takeover of Freshwater dentistry by a new provider “remains on track” despite the NHS still waiting on approval from…

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Owners of Yarmouth pub apply for LBC to install ‘high quality’ accommodation

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Oct 31, 2024

The owners of a Yarmouth pub have applied for listed building consent (LBC) to install ‘high quality’ bed and breakfast…

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Council land sale that could create around 115 jobs to go ahead

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Oct 30, 2024

A training facility for HGV Class 1 professional drivers could be coming to Whippingham. A council land sale at the…

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Over a million pounds in cost-of-living support approved by council

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Oct 30, 2024

More than a million pounds in cost-of-living support was approved on Monday by the Isle of Wight Council. Cllr Debbie…

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Councillors to consider an anti-smoking plan

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Oct 30, 2024

Councillors will be asked to endorse an anti-smoking plan on Thursday as the habit continues to be the Island’s most…

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‘Visual encroachment’ barn conversion is appealed

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Oct 29, 2024

A refused barn conversion application described as a ‘visual encroachment’ by the Isle of Wight National Landscape has been appealed.…

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Major schools consultation to finish on Friday

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Oct 28, 2024

A major consultation on proposals that could result in the closure of six Island primary schools finishes on Friday. The…

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