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A recovery action plan is being drawn up by the Isle of Wight Council specifically tailored to protect residents and help the Island's economy bounce back as lockdown restrictions are eased.

Parking charges are set to be reintroduced across the Island next week, as more people return to work and shops prepare to reopen.

New traffic arrangements will come into force from Monday (8 June) for the next phase of the major improvement works to St Mary’s junction in Newport.

Rules banning dogs from many Island beaches for the summer will be reintroduced next week.

An internal report into the Isle of Wight Council’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic has praised “strong and constructive relationships” with the community, local businesses, care providers and voluntary organisations as part of a “Herculean” response across the Island.

The Island’s pre-schools, nurseries and primary schools are ready to welcome more children back to school next week.

Families whose income has reduced or stopped due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) crisis may now qualify for free school meals.

The Isle of Wight Council continues to offer guidance and support to lsland businesses as lockdown measures are eased.

Applications have opened today (Wednesday) for eligible Island businesses to apply for grant funding under an additional government discretionary scheme.

Explore two very different Isle of Wight shipwrecks in a new online exhibition.