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The Isle of Wight Council, known until 1995 as Isle of Wight County Council, is the unitary authority which governs the county of the Isle of Wight in South East England. The council is controlled by the Alliance Group, a coalition of Independent, Green, Independent Network, and Our Island councillors. Its headquarters is County Hall in Newport .
- Wendy Perera, since April 2022
- Claire Critchison, Green, since 18 May 2022
- 1 April 1890
- Phil Jordan, Independent, since 20 September 2023
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A dedicated jobs page for adult social work recruitment opportunities has been launched by the Isle of Wight Council. New Family Information Hub If you’re a parent or carer on the Isle of Wight, our new Family Information Hub website will help to keep you up to date wit
If you cannot use our online form, call us. Children's services: 01983 823434. Adult social care: 01983 823430. Council tax: 01983 823901. Business rates: 01983 823920. Housing benefit: 01983 823950. Housing: 01983 823040. Waste services: 01983 823777. If you are unsure what department you need, call 01983 821000.
In 1995 the Isle of Wight Council became a unitary or all-purpose authority. It replaced the former Isle of Wight County Council and the two borough councils of Medina and South Wight. The Isle of Wight Council is responsible for most of the local government activities on the Island.
Contact Details Isle of Wight Council. Customer Service Centre County Hall High Street Newport Isle of Wight PO30 1UD Tel: 01983 821000 © 1999-2024 Isle of Wight ...