Joe Robertson · Conservative and Unionist Party
South East, England
: 55,855
Created in the 2023 boundary review, replacing Isle of Wight.
One of the oldest constituencies — median age 53.
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Joe Robertson
Conservative and Unionist PartyJoe Robertson is the Conservative MP for Isle of Wight East, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024.
MPs voted to pass the Tobacco and Vapes Bill at its final stage in the Commons. The Bill aims to create a 'smokefree generation' by gradually raising the legal age for buying tobacco so that those born after a certain date can never legally purchase it, representing the biggest public health intervention since the 2007 smoking ban.
MPs voted on whether to give the Tobacco and Vapes Bill its Second Reading, advancing legislation that would create a 'smoke-free generation' by progressively raising the legal age for buying tobacco so that anyone born after 2009 could never legally purchase cigarettes, while also cracking down on vaping among young people.
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A new constituency created in the 2023 boundary review. Won by Con in its first election in 2024 by 9.8%. Covers Ryde, Sandown and Shanklin. Population 69,621, notably older (median age 53 vs 41 nationally). Recorded crime is 39% below the national average. Median income £24K (below average).
AIR AMBULANCE SCRAMBLED AS HOVER PASSENGER TAKEN CRITICALLY UNWELL
Island Echo - 24hr news, 7 days a week across the Isle of Wight · 9 Apr 2026
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£23,500
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£30,400
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
2,140
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
23
17 primary, 2 secondary, 4 other
Total Income Tax▼
£123m
from 32,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£1,900
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£3,820
per taxpayer / year
Source: HMRC Survey of Personal Incomes, tax year 2022-23. Allocated by taxpayer residence. Covers income tax only — excludes NI, VAT, and capital gains. Sample-based estimate (~8% confidence interval).
Attainment 8▼
43.3
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
62.7%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
4 towns, 8 villages, rural areas — 69,627 total population
Source: ONS Built-Up Areas (Census 2021) + data.police.uk — crime rates are per 1,000 population (last 3 months)
Source: data.police.uk — street-level crime data aggregated from LSOA to constituency
20 councillors across 20 wards · Last elections: Dec 2023
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bembridge | Conservative and Unionist Party | Joe Robertson | May 2021 |
| Binstead Fishbourne | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Ian Dore | May 2021 |
| Brading St Helens | Our Island | Jonathan Bacon | May 2021 |
| Haylands Swanmore | Conservative and Unionist Party | Vanessa Claire Churchman | May 2021 |
| Lake North | Conservative and Unionist Party | Tig Outlaw | May 2021 |
| Lake South | Conservative and Unionist Party | Paul James Brading | May 2021 |
| Nettlestone Seaview | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | David James Adams | May 2021 |
| Newchurch Havenstreet Ashey | Conservative and Unionist Party | Clare Louise Mosdell | May 2021 |
| Ryde Appley Elmfield | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Michael Lilley | May 2021 |
| Ryde Monktonmead | Independent Network | Karen Lucioni | May 2021 |
| Ryde North West | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Phil Jordan | May 2021 |
| Ryde South East | Conservative and Unionist Party | Warren Drew | May 2021 |
| Ryde West | Independent Network | Ian Stephens | May 2021 |
| Sandown North | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Debbie Andre | May 2021 |
| Sandown South | Conservative and Unionist Party | Ian David Ward | May 2021 |
| Shanklin Central | Conservative and Unionist Party | Michael Thomas Frank Beston | May 2021 |
| Shanklin South | Conservative and Unionist Party | Chris Quirk | May 2021 |
| Ventnor St Lawrence | Conservative and Unionist Party | Ed Blake | Dec 2023 |
| Wootton Bridge | Liberal Democrats | Sarah Rae Redrup | Aug 2023 |
| Wroxall Lowtherville Bonchurch | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | Rodney David Downer | May 2021 |
Source: DCLEAPIL v1.0 by Jason Leman, LEAP (Andrew Teale) & Democracy Club. CC BY-SA 4.0. Data last refreshed: 1 Apr 2026.
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Con | 10,427 | 30.6% | |
| Ref | 7,104 | 20.9% | |
| Green | 6,313 | 18.5% | |
| Lab | 6,264 | 18.4% | |
| LD | 3,550 | 10.4% | |
| Ind | 420 | 1.2% |
Joe Robertson has not appeared in national political news coverage tracked by our system. This is common for backbench MPs who focus on constituency-level work rather than national policy debates.
11 articles hidden as not sufficiently relevant to this constituency
A critical medical emergency on a Hovertravel hovercraft at Ryde forced the suspension of all hovercraft services and required deployment of the Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance. Emergency services including paramedics, firefighters, and police responded to stabilize the patient, with alternative transport via Wightlink offered to affected passengers.
A 55-year-old Ryde resident was convicted of driving under the influence of cocaine and other drug-related offences after being stopped for a vehicle tax violation. The case was heard at Isle of Wight Magistrates Court, resulting in a 12-month driving ban and fine.
Two Sandown Town Councillors, Paddy and Alex Lightfoot of Together for Sandown, have announced they will stand for Isle of Wight County Council in May elections, citing the need for change in county-level representation to continue driving the town forward. They criticize current county councillors, dispute claims that planning restrictions block development, and advocate for more proactive community-led investment and local control of key sites like the Ocean Hotel seafront.
Island Roads has confirmed three major road resurfacing schemes across the Isle of Wight for April 2024, affecting Freshwater, Bembridge, and Newport. The work was delayed from late 2023 due to weather conditions and represents part of a broader road improvement programme addressing the island's most deteriorated sections.
The article promotes the Isle of Wight's 2026 calendar of events, highlighting major festivals including the Isle of Wight Festival, Cowes Week's 200th anniversary, the Round the Island Race, Ventnor Fringe, and the Walking Festival. It positions 2026 as a landmark year that will raise the island's international profile through diverse cultural and sporting events.
University of Southampton researchers will conduct a study on the Isle of Wight in April to investigate how parks, forests, and beaches improve residents' health and wellbeing. The research will survey visitors to five locations including Wilder Nunwell, Bembridge Beach, and Sandown Beach, and will include creative workshops for young adults to explore their relationship with nature.
A 13-bedroom hotel in Sandown, closed since October 2024 after 30 years of operation, has been granted planning permission to convert into an eight-bedroom residential property. The council approved the change of use, citing benefits to local housing supply and the site's appearance, outweighing minor negative impacts on tourism accommodation.
A Ford Fiesta drove off a small embankment in Yaverland car park in Sandown late Tuesday night, prompting a multi-agency emergency response including fire, police, and ambulance services. A passenger was assessed and assisted by crews, though the incident was minor and resources were stood down quickly.
A 21-year-old Binstead resident was caught driving nearly three times the legal alcohol limit through Ryde town centre and now faces a three-year driving ban. The offence occurred on 28th February when Cory Daniels was pulled over in his work van on Cross Street after being reported by a member of the public; this is his second drink-driving conviction in less than a year.
Line dancers from across the Isle of Wight raised £1,215 for Sandown & Shanklin Independent Lifeboat through their annual Go Orange charity event. The fundraiser demonstrates strong community engagement and support for this vital local maritime safety service.
A community Easter fundraiser at The Elms in Bembridge raised funds for the local RNLI lifeboat station through family-friendly activities including entertainment, games, and raffles. The event demonstrates strong community engagement and support for local emergency services.
The Isle of Wight Youth Theatre Awards 2026 celebrated dozens of young performers across eight theatre groups and schools, with awards presented for standout productions and individual achievements. The event highlighted the growing quality and quantity of youth theatre on the Island, with established groups like Curtain Call Creative and newer organisations all recognised.
A planning application has been submitted for 5 new apartments on a brownfield site in Ryde town centre that currently experiences anti-social behaviour and drug activity. The development aims to address housing shortages on the Isle of Wight while also tackling local safety issues through site redevelopment.
Ventnor Fringe 2026 has announced over 50 new shows for its July festival, featuring theatre, comedy, cabaret, and music acts. The event continues to grow as a flagship cultural attraction on the Isle of Wight.
The Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance responded to a life-threatening medical emergency in Ryde town centre on the Isle of Wight, landing at Simeon Street recreation ground to assess a patient. The incident highlights the operational readiness of air ambulance services in supporting local emergency response.
Edward Minghella, founder of the world-renowned Minghella ice cream company based in Ryde, Isle of Wight, has passed away aged 104. A Scottish-born Italian immigrant who became a prominent Island businessman and civic leader, Minghella built an iconic ice cream empire while serving as an independent councillor and contributing significantly to the local community over 65+ years.
Island Roads will conduct rope-access inspections of four hard-to-reach retaining walls in Ventnor during the week of 20 April, with daytime road closures expected. The specialist work is being carried out by local company MMC to assess the condition of these structures and plan necessary maintenance.
The Bay CE School in Sandown has received planning permission to install a shipping container-based catering hub on its secondary campus. The facility will serve students, staff, and the broader community with food and refreshments, while generating revenue and supporting job training initiatives.
Waste collection problems persist at 68-74 George Street in Ryde, where 37 residential units in 4 converted townhouses lack adequate bin storage, causing health and safety concerns. The Isle of Wight Council, Ryde Town Council, and local councillors have debated responsibility and solutions, with the council stating it will only collect from a compliant bin store if RTC obtains planning approval and constructs one.
A vandal targeted Ryde town centre on 4th April, breaking into the bingo hall, damaging the Leo Leisure building, and vandalising multiple bus stops and a phone box. Local businesses face costs for repairs, locks, and graffiti removal.
Emergency services responded to a reported missing children incident at Niton Undercliff on Easter Sunday, deploying coastguard teams and police. The search was stood down after 70 minutes with authorities suspecting it was a hoax call.
This article traces the history of Havenstreet Station from its opening in 1875 as a rural railway crossing to its transformation into the headquarters of the Isle of Wight Steam Railway preservation project in 1971. The station's strategic location and generous facilities, originally built for heavier traffic that never materialized, made it an ideal base for preserving the Island's railway heritage after the original line closed in 1966.
Emergency services responded to a mental health crisis in central Newport where an individual threatened to jump from a bridge over the River Medina. Multiple coastguard, police, and fire service teams were deployed to bring about a safe resolution.
Weekly round-up of court cases heard at Isle of Wight Magistrates Court from 23rd-27th March, covering 21 defendants with charges ranging from drink-driving and drug offences to burglary, assault, and shop theft. The article provides sentencing details and compensation orders for each case.
Wetherspoons founder Tim Martin visited the S. Fowler & Co. pub in Ryde and expressed ambitions to add a rooftop beer garden to the venue. He also addressed customer concerns about menu changes, including the removal of steaks, citing consistency issues with food quality.
Sporting Opportunities Isle of Wight, a grassroots organisation supporting people with learning disabilities, has received a £1,000 donation from Yarborough Lodge No. 551 in Ventnor. The funds will be used to purchase new equipment and expand programmes to reach more individuals across the island.
The article highlights five amateur theatre productions taking place across the Isle of Wight in April and early May, including musicals and comedies staged at various venues. It showcases the island's vibrant amateur dramatics and cultural community scene.
Isle of Wight libraries are hosting a range of Easter and April activities for children and teenagers, including crafts, storytelling, magic shows, and new teen reading groups. The article highlights creative programming across multiple library branches including Ryde, Sandown, Ventnor, and Cowes.
A 62-year-old man from Ryde has been arrested on suspicion of robbery following a violent incident at Morrisons Petrol Station off Church Litten on the Isle of Wight. The arrest follows a police appeal for information and CCTV release.
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