A Message from the Leader of the Isle of Wight Council

The Isle of Wight Council – along with its partners – wants to do all it can to minimise the impact of the recession on local families. That is why we have agreed to keep council tax increases at the lowest practical level and freeze many charges at 2008 levels.

We have already taken recent steps to help the Island economy, including speeding up the payments of invoices to local businesses and by looking to increase the number of local suppliers we use.

But we do not wish to stop there – we recognise that many residents may need extra support to help them through the recession. That is why we have produced the Help to fight the credit crunch booklet, to offer advice on managing, and reducing or avoiding debt.

Should you encounter financial problems, it will comfort you to know that there are numerous people and organisations available to offer help and support.

David Pugh
Leader, Isle of Wight Council