Children across the Isle of Wight have been dressing up as their favourite literary characters to celebrate World Book Day today.

Mums will be able to travel for free on the Red Jet this Mother’s Day as part of a special offer from Red Funnel.

The Labour MP said he could not support a financial plan that includes £6 million of cuts to council services.

Thomas, who studies at the Royal College of Music in London, is widely regarded as one of the Island’s most promising young musicians.

Members of Nettlestone and Seaview Shed have raised funds for the Daisy Ring bus through the sale of their hand-crafted wooden gifts.

Year 7, 8 and 9 pupils took part in immersive sessions focused on Mandarin language and Chinese culture.

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