Isle of Man News
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Mountain Road reopens following completion of major works
Drainage and carriageway improvements at Kates Cottage and Keppel Gate are now finished
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Tribute paid to former chairman of Ramsey Commissioners
Philip Bertram Quayle served two terms on the local authority
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No current plans for loneliness strategy
But minister says her department remains 'committed' to addressing issue
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New upgraded M&S food hall to open
Retailer confirms '80 percent' of the revamped space is now complete
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Southern Swimming Pool to undergo some improvement works
It'll be shut over half term
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Julie Edge urges public to lobby MHKs to back whistleblowing committee
The Onchan MHK describes the proposed Select Committee as ‘critical scrutiny’ of how whistleblowing policies and non-disclosure agreements are being implemented across the public sector
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Fine for man who was two times the limit
35-year-old was reported to police by a member of the public
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ManxSPCA to petition against electric collars
DEFA 'aware of significant welfare concerns' around use of devices
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Tynwald to debate whistleblowing, housing, and child-first policies, as recess concludes
Packed agenda includes minimum wage, parental leave, and transport strategy
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Minister calls for vigilance as Island backs new global sanctions
Government highlights need for businesses to monitor and report links to criminal networks
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Former Manx Bard Beats the Chasers!
Boakesey Closs appeared on last night's episode and walked away with £25,000
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Fashion for Life event 'proof there is life after breast cancer'
Breast cancer survivors take to the catwalk in clothes provided by M&S
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Work this week to tackle odour issues in Peel estate
The smell is coming from a private wastewater treatment works
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Manx political system forces party politics but with no cohesion, says MHK
Manx Labour Party leader believes CoMin and backbenchers end up acting as the two opposing parties
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Up to further £2.5m sought for patient air transfer service
Funds would address 'additional costs' in 25/26 financial year
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Tramway Terrace building 'still shifting and moving'
Infrastructure minister gives update on future of registered building
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Final work by Manx sculptor to be unveiled at Tynwald National Park
Unveiling to be followed by series of talks
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Eligible children on the IOM to be offered free chickenpox vaccines
The programme is due to be rolled out from January 2026
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Island-wide weather warning for heavy rain in force
Notice will be in place until this afternoon (19 Oct)
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Isle of Man resident turns 108
She's believed to be the oldest resident on the Island
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Bike ban at Cross Vein leads to drop in amount of metals ending up in Peel Marina
Cross Vein Mine site was closed to motorcyclists in 2020
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Another call for rates reform
Lawrie Hooper MHK says it needs an overhaul
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Yellow weather warning for heavy rain
May lead to surface water flooding in prone locations
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Concerns raised over deliverability and independence of North and West Area Plan
Tynwald members urged to consider alleged flaws in the planning process
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Chance to see end of cigarette smoking on the Island
Smoking rates continuing to decline
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Support available for those struggling highlighted
Public Health issues reminder after unexplained death on the Island
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Plea for grit and leaves to be removed
It was dumped near cycle track in Marown
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Law enforcement agencies carry out raids in Douglas and Onchan
Search warrants executed on the day new sanctions imposed on international scam network
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Delays to Castletown School Hill development blamed on Treasury
Commissioners say it has been five months since approval was given
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Public Health issues advice for hand, foot and mouth disease
It's most commonly caught by children under 10
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Some Laxey homeowners still facing insurance issues
Calls for government to do more to help Glen Road residents
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Carrefour Health Club to close its doors next month
Owners cite 'exponential rise' in operational costs as the reason for its closure
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'Long way to go' to increase active travel numbers
MHK calls for report into active travel
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Around seven megawatts of renewable energy currently generated privately on-Island
About 1,000 MUA customers now have their own renewable energy source installed
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Peel Commissioners says its 'really positive' that Marine Parade has approval
Chair Ray Harmer hopes the development will 're-energise' the sea front
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New date for Ramsey fireworks due to 'logistical issues'
Local authority says it 'recognises' the change will affect people's plans
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Charity event hopes to shine light on men's mental health
Local musicians will be performing and shaving their heads for charity
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Minimum Wage Committee agrees not to back 9.9% uplift
Fears £13.46 rate could be unsustainable for some businesses
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Meat plant explains how bull was able to escape
Animal was ultimately shot and killed by firearms officers
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Medical negligence claims make up 'very small' proportion of cases, says Manx Care
Health minister reveals 25 claims lodged against health body since 2021
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Stena Line charters Ben-my-Chree for Fishguard to Rosslare sailings
Ferry operator due to carry out 'essential work' on its ships and port
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Plans lodged for new 'Food Warehouse by Iceland' outlet in Braddan
A planning application has been submitted for a new retail warehouse at Spring Valley Trading Estate, replacing vacant trade units currently being demolished
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Police investigating death of Ballakermeen pupil on behalf of coroner
Officers ask public to refrain from speculation
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Mail services to Canada reinstated after national strike
Canadian Union of Postal Workers have moved to rotating strike model
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Temporary road closure on the mountain extended
It's as drainage and carriageway improvements are being carried out
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Regulator launches consultation on low-cost broadband plan to tackle affordability barriers
CURA proposes new ‘Essential Use Broadband’ tariff to support digital inclusion across the Island
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Minister hopes mobility scooter-friendly bus routes will be open 'by the end of the year'
Work being finalised after project to install Kassel Kerbs
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DOI issues apology to housing tenants after rent arrears letter causes "a lot of distress"
Minister Michelle Haywood says each person affected will be contacted directly
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Island 'cannot risk' getting Bluetongue disease
Viral illness can affect sheep and cattle
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Ramsey Commissioners to create 'long-term strategy' for Mooragh Park
Juan McGuinness says it will allow more options to be explored for new equipment
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Research Festival 2025 underway
This year's theme is 'Our Biosphere'
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Exhibition highlights importance of Kirk Michael in the past and present
Michael Heritage says some parts of the village have grown, while others are unchanged
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Ballakermeen High School confirms 'unexpected death' of Year 9 student
Letter sent out by Head Teacher Graeme Corrin
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Fairness, equity concerns, government efficiency and spending issues key takeaways from NHS Levy consultation
Treasury has published a breakdown of the responses to the consultation online
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Empty seat filled on Douglas Council central ward
Charlotte Traynor will take on the role left by Mark Wheeler
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Firearms officers 'safely resolve' isolated incident near Maughold
IOM Constabulary has thanked public for their assistance
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Samantha Barks to star in world premiere run of The Greatest Showman stage adaption
Manx actress cast as Charity Barnum
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Two sheep die after dog attack in Andreas
Police appeal for witnesses
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Manx property market stays buoyant as UK mortgage rates edge up
The Isle of Man’s housing market continues to draw interest from UK buyers despite wider market caution
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Police respond to incident in Maughold
People are being asked to avoid the Ballajora area
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Manx Utilities carries out 'full clean' at St John's sewage works
Follows issues with 'grey water' in River Neb
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Six years after the flood and Laxey's recovery continues
Problems with insurance now receding, says local MHK
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GNAAS 'well on the way' to receiving necessary funds needed for charity
IFGL presents £10,000 cheque to the charity
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Bid to raise awareness of 'greenwashing' threat
Financial Services Authority raising awareness of deceptive marketing techniques
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Cyber Isle 2025: "Our Island is not immune", says Poole-Wilson
Annual Isle of Man cyber security conference focuses on resilience
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Street light replacement scheme given go ahead in Port Erin
Chair Hannah Mackenzie says 294 will become LED and 'dark sky compliant'
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Talk hopes to highlight 'hope is on the horizon' for Motor Neuron Disease
Charity's chief scientist to discuss the progress of research into the disease
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Opportunity to learn more about CPR
Manx Care Resus Team to host pop-up event in Douglas
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Bull shot by firearms officers had escaped from the meat plant
Police comment as Isle of Man Meats launches review
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Four-week adjournment for attempted murder accused
Teenager to appear in court again next month
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Dangerous bull "safely dispatched" by trained officers
Animal's escape resulted in road closures in Tromode
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Government "lacks coalescence", says Manx Labour leader
Joney Faragher criticises the Council of Ministers as an “impromptu” body formed through a forced process
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Isle of Man inflation dips to 2.9% percent
Hospitality, education and food continue to drive price growth despite overall slowdown
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Tributes paid to Positive Action Group founder
Campaigner "helped shape the broader Manx political narrative"
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Fenella footbridge reopens after planned maintenance works
Pedestrians can once again used path over Peel Harbour
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Mixed thoughts on Newson's development
Planners grant green light to refurbish the site
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Early diagnosis the best weapon the battle against breast cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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Over 2,200 people impacted by personal data breaches this summer
Number of reported breaches dropped slightly from 61 in Q1 to 52 in Q2
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Police capture runaway bull
The animal was on the loose, heading in the direction of Quarterbridge
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Clerk of Braddan Commissioners retiring after 18 years in position
Colin Whiteway says his biggest lesson has been 'patience'
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Service of Remembrance to honour babies lost too soon
Manx Care’s annual event will offer families a quiet space for reflection and remembrance
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Former Manx bard to release poetry collection on homelessness
Michael Manning's work 'Graih: Prophetic-Utopian' to be launched at concert
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Former Family Library to reopen as Manx Family Centre
The Douglas site reopens this weekend under a new name and management, following community fundraising and support from local organisations
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Planning permission granted to demolish and refurbish part of Newson’s building
Development will include apartments, a bar and a restaurant
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Trade Union Council backs call for public review of private healthcare provision
Body comes out in support of the Isle of Man Medical Society
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Low visibility causing disruption at Ronaldsway
A number of flights are delayed, some by several hours
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Winter vaccine programme begins
Manx Care offering Covid-19 and flu jabs to those who are eligible
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Rates consultation extended
It's after impact assessments in the consultation were updated
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Mandatory neurodiversity training for educators is 'no-brainer', says MHK
Douglas East member to present motion on topic
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First annual autism strategy report 'shows how far we’ve come', says DHSC
Will be laid before Tynwald next week
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Lack of party politics means 'everything is a compromise'
Liberal Vannin leader believes party system makes it easier to hold members to account
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Net zero referendum would 'garner interest in political process'
Former MHK believes it would help re-engage the public
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Artist's exhibition explores the Island's 'Coastal Palette'
Chrissie Moss's paintings to be displayed at Ballasalla Village Hall
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Driving ban for Ramsey teen caught with cocaine in system
18-year-old admitted the offence during an appearance at Douglas Courthouse
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Islands Energy Group to open call centre on the Island
Expected to create 12 new customer service roles
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Consent sought for plan to deal with Peel harbour silt
Plan is to treat around 16,000 cubic metres of sediment
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Manx Care insists Martin Ward closure will be temporary
The facility at RDCH will be closed for around four weeks to deal with a 'pest control issue'
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Court for Ramsey man accused of stabbing his brother
26-year-old has been bailed to an address in Peel
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No plans to change prescription charges before election
But further policy development on prescriptions will be considered in 2026
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Service of remembrance to take place for 'the babies who did not grow up'
Event will include music, poem readings, a candle-lighting ceremony, and moments of quiet reflection
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Pharmacy to open in the Roundhouse
'Clear Pharmacy is the final piece of The Roundhouse puzzle to open'
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Fenella footbridge due to reopen to public this week
Electrical and hydraulic control systems are being reinstated
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Retiring Magistrate will be 'greatly missed on the bench'
David Nash took up the voluntary position in 2009
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MHK accuses government of bypassing Tynwald with major policy reveals
Lawrie Hooper says revealing major initiatives, including an AI development office, at the annual conference undermines parliamentary process
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Driving ban for man who collided with Manx Electric Railway pylon
23-year-old was nearly five times the legal limit for cocaine
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Observe seal pups from a distance to give them the best chance of survival
Manx Wildlife Trust reveals it's received a report of a seal pup being touched
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‘Little Cooper’ finally finds his forever home
The three-year-old Cocker Spaniel tried many homes over the years
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Rates consultation extended as impact assessment updated
Process will now close on Friday 31 October 2025
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Interactive exhibitions to focus on 2025 Strategic Plan Review
Share your views at Ramsey and Castletown Town Halls
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Cash boost for 'Without Wings'
Charity receives Manx Lottery Trust grant
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Manx Care CEO says Martin Ward relocation won't have 'knock-on pressures'
Closure due for 'around four weeks' to allow for works following a pest control issue
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Malew Commissioners has 'major concerns' over Treasury's quarry rate proposal
It says 17% of its income comes from the quarry in the parish
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140 students celebrate graduation from University College Isle of Man
Ceremony held at Villa Marina
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Missing dog loose in Switchback area
Drivers asked to approach area with care
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Woodbourne raises nearly £1,900 for charity to mark 130th anniversary
The 'Woody Family Fun Day' was hosted in August
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Chief minister unable to confirm cost of proposed National AI Office
Alfred Cannan says the new body will guide the Island’s approach to artificial intelligence, but offers no clarity on its funding
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DoI has no plans to take over NCAS operations next year
Minister Michelle Haywood says it has been speaking to other authorities first
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Isle of Man Samaritans marks World Mental Health Day
This year's focus is on supporting the wellbeing of those affected by humanitarian emergencies
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Campaign to highlight potential dangers of crypto currency
It's being run by the Isle of Man Bankers Association with support from the Police, The Financial Crime Partnership and the Cyber Security Centre
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Festival of Choirs returns to the Villa Marina Royal Hall
Tribute to event's founder, Geoff Corkish
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Seal pups wash ashore following toll of Storm Amy
Handful of casualties reported on Port Erin Beach
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Protecting the African Pangolins
Pangolins are the most trafficked mammal in the world, according to the WWF
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Manx Care announce temporary ward closure at Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital
Martin Ward to shut at end of month following 'pest control issue' in roof space
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Attempted murder accused appears in court
Douglas man also accused of having a knife in a public place
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Concerns over 'delays' to reopening of Private Patient Unit
Medical society shares thoughts on future of private healthcare provision
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Clean-up operation ongoing following Storm Amy
Floods, fallen trees and a landslide among issues
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Starlight Walk to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week
Event to be held at The Roundhouse as supporters asked to wear blue and pink
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Manx gags to appear on shelves
Book of Isle of Man specific jokes has been released
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Douglas Council says its 'imperative' houses are turned around quickly for new tenants
Cllr Peter Washington says the authority gets 'stick' when it does allocations
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Widespread support for measures to stop young people vaping, report reveals
Smoking and Vaping Survey finds most residents back restrictions
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Douglas man charged with 'a number of serious offences' after Cornaa Beach incident
Police confirm Taylor Murphy has been charged with 'attempted murder, two counts of robbery, burglary and other acquisitive crimes'
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Internal review to be carried out into police handling of serious incident
Justice and Home Affairs Minister confirms next steps in light of 'public concern'
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Residents 'feel let down' by police communication
Concerns raised at public meeting held at Dhoon Church Hall
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Waiting time for car or bike tests between five and six weeks
UK average currently 22 weeks in what marks record high
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GSC warns of 'complex threats' from East and Southeast Asia
Island's regulator urges sector to remain vigilant to evolving threats
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MHK questions timing and strategy behind Isle of Man’s new AI Office announcement
Lawrie Hooper says the government’s plan to establish it appears disconnected from existing digital strategy
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'Know your rights' when it comes to data protection and AI, says information commissioner
Onus is on companies to make it clear how personal information is used
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Ramsey's Minor Injuries Unit to remain closed at weekends
Minister says staffing facility would require extra spending on agency staff
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Public Services Commission chair "extremely disappointed" as union rejects pay offer
Unite the Union turns down 3% pay increase for 2025/26
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Retired midwife 'over the moon' Manx Care is listening to new parents
It's reinstating face-to-face parent classes and postnatal home visits this month
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Andreas Commissioners won't be buying dog poo bag dispensers for village
It was agreed at its public board meeting last night
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Ramsey resident to swim 5km in memory of his late wife
Barrie Johnson is attempting to raise £5,000 for Hospice Isle of Man
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Island comes third in 'UK Islands' category in Condé Nast 2025 awards
Guernsey took second place, and the Isles of Scilly have taken the top spot
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Police to host 'community evening' for residents impacted by Cornaa Beach incident
Officers will be on hand to provide 'reassurance and support'
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Almost £150,000 of food wasted in schools each year
Around five percent of school meals budget thrown away
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Isle of Man population reaches record high but growth falls short of government ambitions
The Island’s population has risen to 84,523 - its highest on record - but with only 454 more residents since the 2021 Census, growth remains well below the pace needed to meet government targets.
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Police issue further statement following 'serious assault at Cornaa Beach'
Douglas man arrested after incident in the north
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Chance to discuss 20mph proposals in Peel
Drop-in session taking place at Peel Town Hall this afternoon
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Onchan Pleasure Park toilets vandalised overnight
CCTV footage is currently being reviewed
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Ramsey Commissioner's concern over future of town's dilapidated properties
Comes as consultation considers shake-up of rates system
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Tim Crookall on his resignation: "I disagreed with a few things that were coming through"
Glenfaba and Peel MHK left his role as Minister Without Portfolio last month
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More UK buyers seeking Island properties
Mortgage advisor reports increased interest from across
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Manxman sailings delayed due to tidal restrictions
Extended crossing time for overnight service
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New name for Tower Insurance, but local links unchanged
Company rebrands as 'Intact Isle of Man Limited'
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Castletown Commissioners confirm children's play area refurbishment work ongoing
Chair Tony Brown hopes to have the bowling green area open by Easter
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Important to draw people away from 'short-term' thinking when it comes to climate change, says conservationist
Merlin Hanbury-Tenison to visit Island later this month
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LIVE: Isle of Man Budget 2025
Follow our minute-by-minute updates of what's happening in the Tynwald chamber for Budget 2025
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Paolo Nutini to perform at Villa Marina in August
Scottish singer-songwriter to visit Island next month