Claim: Among the factors which could have led to the Conservatives losing seats in the Isle of Wight council are the recent reforms on the Isle of Wight.
Evidence: Although the Conservatives managed to retain control, the Isle of Wight was still the only council in England in which they lost seats. Among the factors which could have led to this relatively poor performance are the recent education reforms on the Isle of Wight, which led to protests over the closure of island primary schools.