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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.

With policies that will affect the environment, housing, business, transport and more, this is one of the most important documents that shapes the way the Island will work between now and 2038.

The Isle of Wight Council has moved to explain government rules which are making it harder for Island councillors to reject planning applications for housing on non-previously developed sites.

Isle of Wight Council has teamed up with cashless parking payment provider PayByPhone to offer residents and visitors the chance to win some fabulous prizes this summer.

The Isle of Wight Council and Amey are teaming up to tackle food waste this summer.