Open. Fair. Inclusive.
We aim to deliver services to continuously improve people’s lives whilst enhancing the Island community.
The Council provides a variety of services to all types of businesses, such as funding, research, advice and premises.
View the latest council news & consultations. Here is all you need to know about local democracy on the Island.
Resident Services
This section provides information about various council services available to our residents. We aim to deliver services to continuously improve people’s lives whilst enhancing the Island community.
Housing Benefit & Local Council Tax Support
This service group is responsible for Council Tax , Housing benefit and the collection of miscellaneous income.
Care, Support & Housing Services
A wide range of information about health and social care topics with access to the support services we provide for adults and children.
Leisure and Sport
Find out about health and fitness activities, sports, leisure and recreational facilities for the benefit of the local community.
Libraries, Culture & Heritage
These services offer books, DVDs, computers and a wide range of online resources and give you the chance to discover and explore family and local history.
Registration and Bereavement Services
This service group will enable you to register births, deaths and marriages. You will find information on Citizenship Ceremonies, the coroners service and bereavement services.
Schools and Learning
Get help if you are a parent, pupil, teacher, governor or just looking to expand your horizons, with links to a wealth of resources.
Business Services
Isle of Wight Council provides a variety of services to all types of business. We can help with issues such as funding, advice, research and premises, how to do business with the council, licensing and trading standards.
Business Rates
Business Rates is a tax on all business and non-domestic properties, which are not used for domestic purposes, like shops. factories, offices, beach huts and moorings.
How to do business with the council
Discover how to become a potential supplier, understand how we do business, view guidance provided on invoice payments and see what contract opportunities are available.
IoW Trader Approval Scheme
Provides a list of reputable firms that have been approved by the Isle of Wight Council's Trading Standards Service
Licensing Services
Licenses are issued for a range of products and services require licenses including gambling, large events and street trading.
Regeneration
2017 sees the start of a new era for the Isle of Wight Council. The Council has a Regeneration directorate to help regenerate the Island’s economy and transform the financial position of the Council.
Visitor Services
From historic sites to natural delights, major national events, the Isle of Wight is a unique holiday destination and has something for everyone.
Your Council
Whether you want to find your local councillor or search for meetings, minutes and agendas, view the latest council news, consultations or job vacancies, this section provides you with all you need to know about local democracy on the Isle of Wight.
Council, Decision Making and Democracy
The Isle of Wight Council plays a key role in democratic society. View information about how the council works, the services it provides for the Island and how decisions are made.
Decision Making
View information on how decisions are made by the Isle of Wight Council.
Jobs and Careers with the Isle of Wight Council
Find out more about recruitment opportunities with the Isle of Wight Council and discover the potential of living on our beautiful Island.
Lord-Lieutenant
The Lord-Lieutenant is an Honorary Office appointed by HM The Queen on the advice of the Prime Minister and is the permanent representative of the Crown on the Isle of Wight. Visit the Isle of Wight Lieutenancy website for more information.
Meetings and Agendas
View meetings minutes and agendas for committee meetings held before 16 September 2020.
