Isle of Wight News from Tuesday, January 28th, 2025

Ryde Town Centre Victorian Warehouse Could Get Three New Flats

Part of a Victorian warehouse in the heart of the Isle of Wight’s largest town could be transformed into three studio flats.
Controversial Bid To Build Renewable Energy Park Near Island Village Re-Emerges

A controversial bid to build a renewable energy park near a large Isle of Wight village has re-emerged with updated plans.
East Wight Road Improvement Work To Take Place In February

Island Roads is planning highway improvement work for two busy East Wight roads next month.
Island Parish Council Loses Second Clerk In Less Than A Year

An Isle of Wight parish council is in turmoil after the shock resignation of its clerk.
Heavily Criticised Newport Edge Of Town Housing Plans Resurface

Heavily criticised plans for a raft of new housing on the edge of the Isle of Wight’s county town have resurfaced.

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Retailers Say Hampshire & Isle Of Wight Constabulary Is Best At Responding To Retail Crime
A new report on retail crime released today (Thursday) by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) reveals that Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary provides the most effective police response to retail crime.
Eight Electric Vehicle Charging Bays Could Be Installed In Isle Of Wight Town Centre
An Isle of Wight town centre could get eight new electric vehicle (EV) charging bays.
New Drop-In Sessions Announced For Isle Of Wight Dementia Strategy Review
In a bid to gather more community feedback, extra drop-in sessions have been scheduled as part of the Isle of Wight Dementia Strategy review.
Plans To Enhance Luxury Freshwater Seafront Hotel Approved
Further works to ‘enhance’ a luxury, seafront Isle of Wight hotel have been approved.