On Monday, 27 March 2023, the play equipment at Hookes Way was ‘opened’.

Getting new equipment was one of the issues I promised to campaign for when I was re-elected last year. I’m delighted to be able to deliver on that promise.

My bid to Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council for funding was successful. Sovereign Housing Association then added even more. I made a request to Isle of Wight Council for additional funds and that was successful too.

This has been a great example of a project where councillors, council officers, and Sovereign Housing Association have worked together with local residents and their children. We made sure the children helped in choosing the three pieces of equipment now in place – and one child formally cut the ribbon at the opening.

I will be working to get more equipment for Hookes Way and also to get a similar facility in the northern part of Parkhurst & Hunnyhill ward.