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Island Roads and the Isle of Wight Council are reminding residents that diversions will be in place during forthcoming night-time work to resurface St George’s Way in Newport.

St George’s Way at Newport is set to re-open in both directions on Saturday 14 August 2021 and the diversion through the town that has been in place during work will also be lifted.

“Testing for COVID-19 remains a key tool in our fight against the virus”, says Johanna Jefferies, Associate Director of Public Health for the Isle of Wight.

From Monday (16 August), changes to self-isolation come into force.

Unfortunately, during this time, there will be no access to the website or associated services.

The Isle of Wight Council is congratulating all GCSE students for their hard work and achievements over the 2020/2021 academic year, and their ongoing resilience despite the challenges caused by COVID-19.

“I know I can honestly say to my children I’m really doing something to reduce my impact on the planet.”

These are the words from The Green Trike Gardener, Dan Groves, who switched his van for an electric cargo trike in April 2020. Thanks to a grant from the Isle of Wight Council’s Sustainable Transport Access Fund, East Wight based Dan has cut journey times, saved money and cut carbon emissions.

The Isle of Wight Council is commending the achievements of young Islanders gaining A Level results, technical qualifications, and apprenticeships – particularly in the face of challenges caused by COVID-19 over the last 18 months.  

Apply now for grant funding to host free activities for children and young people during the Christmas holidays.

An essential upgrade to the planning and licensing database will take place between Friday 6 August to Sunday 8 August 2021.

Walkers are asked not to attempt the low-tide walk to St Helen's seafort from the beaches of Bembridge and St Helen's again this year, after advice from the Isle of Wight Safety Advisory Group.