AN ISLE of Wight Law Centre will close its doors at the end of August after attempts to secure further funding were unsuccessful.

The IOW Law Centre in Newport will close its doors for the final time on Wednesday, August 31, at midday.

Law Centres work within their communities to defend the legal rights of local people, offering legal advice, casework and representation to individuals and groups.

The Island’s only centre says it has fought for many years to maintain its free confidential and independent advice and representation and support services for people across the Island.

Unfortunately, attempts to secure further funding have not come to fruition.

The centre says this has come at a time when its services are needed more than ever. 

A spokesperson for the Law Centre said: “Firstly we would like to thank our wonderful, caring, talented, professional staff, past and present, for all your hard work and determination in delivering valued help and support to the most vulnerable.

“Secondly, thank you to all of our lovely supporters and clients, many of which feel like family to us.

“And finally, thank you to everyone who supported us over the last 20 years.”