Latest figures showing the extent of furloughing and unemployment on the Isle of Wight as a result of the Covid-19 outbreak highlight the need for a comprehensive and effective recovery plan, MP Bob Seely has said.

Isle of Wight businesses in need of financial support should look at two new funding streams says MP Bob Seely.

MP Bob Seely has thrown his support behind the recently launched ‘let’s buy local’ campaign to support Isle of Wight food producers.

MP Bob Seely has been listening to local independent pharmacies which he says have come under increasing pressure through the Covid-19 crisis.

Following the closure of Shalfleet Post Office earlier this year, MP Bob Seely has taken further action to push for the branch to reopen.

In light of the new rules around compulsory face coverings on public transport from Monday 15 June, MP Bob Seely has asked cross-Solent ferry operators about the measures they have put in place to keep Islanders safe and when all routes will reopen.

MP Bob Seely has raised concerns in parliament about the financial pressure that zoos – particularly the Isle of Wight Zoo – currently face. 

MP Bob Seely has once again made the case to Government for additional cash to support the Island through and beyond the Covid-19 outbreak.

MP Bob Seely has welcomed the news that the IW Council is to receive over £700,000 from the Government to help them with their plans to support the Island through the COVID-19 outbreak.

MP Bob Seely has welcomed today’s announcement by the Government to allow zoos and other outdoor animal attractions to reopen from Monday (15 June).

The decision follows calls from MPs – including the Island’s MP – to allow zoos to reopen and begin trading again.