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You may have seen the government’s recent announcement to introduce proposals enabling remote council meetings. SLCC welcomes the announcement, which marks a significant victory in our long-standing campaign for greater flexibility in local democracy. The proposed...

Questions and Answers Wetland Restoration Work at Afton Marsh (North and South) Freshwater Parish Council received an update on the works at Afton Marsh last night at our full Committee meeting.  We have included the latest question and answer information about the...

Two vacancies have occurred in the South Ward of Freshwater for two Councillors to serve on the Parish Council. If ten local government electors for the South Ward of the Parish of Freshwater give notice in writing on or before the 8th November 2024 to the Proper...

Public Health are working in collaboration with the Isle of Wight libraries to launch the Blood pressure monitor loan scheme. This scheme is available to members of the local Isle of Wight Council libraries but it is open to members of the public wishing to access the...

There will be a temporary closure of part of Bridleway F47 at Farringford between 8.30am and 5pm each day, Monday 4th to Friday 8th November 2024. This is in the interests of public safety whilst tree work is carried out

Please be aware we have had to close the steps on footpath T23 that are between the Needles Pleasure Park and path T22 as the steps are damaged.  During the closure, please bypass using Alum Bay New Road and Footpaths T17 and T22.  It is likely that these steps will...