Michael Believes in:
“Working for you in a changing world
to make Ryde Appley and Elmfield a better place to live”
Michael’s Priorities:
Save Westridge Farm, Green Space and Climate Change
– Saving this historic and sustainable farm and the green space it encompasses is essential for a climate change strategy. Improve and increase green space available to residents and visitors.
Housing
– Campaigning for real Social and Affordable Housing through small housing projects on brownfield sites in Ryde.
Celebrate Ryde’s assets and rebuild the Town post Covid19
– Revitalise our Town’s economy, support our businesses, create jobs and celebrate our heritage.
Support our Young People, Care for our Elders and Create an Accessible Environment for All
– Have inter-generational and access polices that create inclusivity and sustainability.
Mental Well-Being of all residents and community
– Make sure all Ryde residents and families, post Covid19 get the support at local level as a priority.
Recent Posts:
Support for Families during School Holidays
Cost of Living support Use our cost of living web pages to see what's available near you. You can also call us on 01983 823134. Contact Citizens Advice Isle of Wight on 0800 144 88 48 or enquiries@iwcab.org.uk. Their advice is free,...
Ryde Appley & Elmfield Ward Meeting – Thursday 3rd August at 7pm
Dear Residents, Ryde Appley and Elmfield Ward Update My next ward meeting is Thursday 3rd August at 7pm at St. John’s Church Hall, High Park Road. The following are items on the agenda: West Acre Park (URGENT NOTICE) – IW Council are shortly to...
Beach Sports Festival on Appley Beach – 29th-30th July 2023
Wight Wave Beach Fest and Youth Trust unite in support of youth mental health (onthewight.com) I will be at Appley Beach this Saturday and Sunday supporting Wight Wave's Beach Fest which follows the successful South Island Sevens last weekend....
South Island Sevens in Ryde
South Island Sevens – A uniquely Isle of Wight event This amazing event is in Ryde this weekend 21st-23rd July 2023. Click on above for more details. The key venues for activities in Ryde are Appley Beach (in my Ward of Ryde Appley and Elmfield....
Young people have to be our priority!
Isle of Wight councillor calls for universal access to youth services (onthewight.com) Isle of Wight youth service improvement calls | Isle of Wight County Press Motion – Cllr Lilley – 19th July 2023 IW Full Council Meeting Motion by Cllr Michael...
Stop Ryde Ticket Office from Closure!
Ticket office closures planned on IslandLine – Isle of Wight Observer News (iwobserver.co.uk) Isle of Wight £10m upgrade train ticket office to close? | Isle of Wight County Press Your views wanted: Plans to close all railway station 'ticket office...
Rosemary Fields – Worth a Visit!
Rosemary Fields - Gift To Nature Rosemary Fields is predominately a meadow habitat. They are part of the larger development area of Nicolson Road. As part of the development, the two fields are to be retained as public open space and will be...
Save on Summer
IW Council are launching our Save on Summer campaign this week. The campaign aims to signpost families to cost of living support over the school summer holidays. Media ads on all Island media website are now running. Radio ads on IW Radio go live...
Cost of Living Up-Date
Cost of Living support – please share with your residents Use our cost of living web pages to see what's available near you. You can also call us on 01983 823134. Contact Citizens Advice Isle of Wight on 0800 144 88 48...
The payment window for £150 Disability Cost of Living Payment is now open.
Payment window for £150 Disability Cost of Living Payment announced - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) If someone is being paid a disability benefit they will automatically receive their £150 Disability Cost of Living Payment between 20 June and 4 July. If they...
6th May 2021
Local Election Results Isle of Wight Council and Ryde Town Council:
Isle of Wight Councillor
Votes:
832 – Michael Lilley
121 – Conservative candidate
109 – Green Party candidate
Ryde Town Councillor
Votes:
911 – Michael Lilley (Our Ryde)
550 – Jenna Sabine (Our Ryde)
517 – Lisa Carter (Our Ryde)
164 – Green Party candidate
Monthly Ward Meetings
First Thursday each month 7pm
St. John’s Church Hall, Ryde