Isle of Man News
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MU receives 26 complaints of odour in Peel since 2010
The highest figure for a year was recorded in 2017 with nine complaints
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Police appeal for witnesses after Harris Promenade road traffic collision
The incident involved one pedestrian and one vehicle
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Facial recognition plans revealed for Isle of Man sea travel
Currently no ID checks required when arriving by boat, confirms Department of Home Affairs
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Cummal Mooar 'a clear priority' but no fixed date for motion
Minister says DHSC is committed to 'modern, flexible replacement' for Ramsey facility
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A second yellow weather warning in place on the Island
Coastal overtopping and inner harbour flooding are both likely
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Former MHK and prominent member of music community dies
Geoff Corkish served in Tynwald between 2006 and 2018
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Chief minister discusses Steam Packet pricing structure
'Connectivity' to be key theme of this month's government conference
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'It will be difficult to stop drugs coming to the Island', says charity
Motiv8 reacts to some of the measures being considered by government
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Onchan Commissioners petitioning government for over £800k to fix streetlights
It's the second phase of the local authority's replacement scheme
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20mph consultation for centre of the Island now live
DoI says 'nothing is set in stone' with regards to speed limits
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Firefighter to do 2,977 burpees to mark 9/11 anniversary
Adam Boyd raising money for Heroes on the Water and The Firefighters Charity
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Off-Island hospital spend £1.3m higher than expected
Manx Care says a number of factors have contributed
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Thirteen Manx landmarks given protected status
Political sites, medieval bridges and Victorian railway buildings all feature
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MGP/Classic TT may attract fewer people compared to TT, but 'demand does not change'
Fifteen cases presented to the emergency department
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'Know your numbers' when it comes to blood pressure
Manx pharmacies to offer free checks to encourage better health
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Yellow weather warning issued for inner harbour flooding
Forecasters warn to expect 'large high tides over the next few days'
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Programme of direct flights for summer 2026 launched
C. I. Travel Group has added child discounts this year
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PSM residents invited to attend information session on high street reconstruction
Plans are to reconstruct the road due to its deteriorating condition
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"As the parents of diabetic children, we can't tell if they don't know or just aren't bothered"
Parents raise concerns over lack of information about new primary school dinners menus
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Chief minister expects challenge on renewable energy
Alfred Cannan admits progress on windfarms has been slower than expected
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Northern section of Mountain Road to close today
The road between Douglas and Sulby will be accessible at all times
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Last surviving feral pony at Skyhill to be monitored
Welfare check carried out after social media appeal
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Online singing group created to help people with their wellbeing
People can join 'Musical Chairs' over Teams
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20-year-old footbridge in Peel to close for maintenance
It's to allow for work on the bridge's hydraulic systems
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Immigrants 'must provide benefit not increased costs'
Chief minister says there's work to be done on migration
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Sidecar competitor says 2026 TT schedule 'a positive one'
New format was announced earlier this week
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Island not part of UK's emergency alert system test
The alert is expected to be sent to compatible phones and tablets at 3pm
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Watch the lunar eclipse tonight
The moon will rise 'totally eclipsed' from 7.45pm
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Owners announce closure of model shop
It's due to health and the economic climate
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Weather warning for coastal overtopping today
Water and slight debris is expected along exposed coasts
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Paedophile who abused victims over 28 years jailed
Paul Whysall, now 80, abused three boys from the age of 11
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Squash: Former world champion making Island visit
Laura Massaro MBE to work with local players and coaches
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Portion of Prospect Hill to be closed this morning
It's for work to repair manhole covers
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David Lammy appointed new UK Justice Secretary
He takes over from Shabana Mahmood
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Date set for Bryan Kneale sculpture unveiling
'Eelips' to be unveiled in St John's
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Braddan Commissioners submits planning application for TT camping
The local authority wants to use The Roundhouse for 53 tents
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Island "tackling crime" ahead of MONEYVAL assessment
Chief minister says it's difficult to balance compliance with competitiveness
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Man's 'phenomenal' 24-hour swim challenge gets underway
Martin Malone has travelled to Kent to raise money for Rebecca House
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Knitting company seeks permission to replace 'old derelict office'
Organisation says it wants to expand Island production
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Exhibition to celebrate 'forgotten' Manx artist
It will run from next week until 1 November
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Consultation asks for views on how rates are applied to dilapidated properties
Proposals aim to improve 'a number of anomalies and ambiguities', says minister
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Complainants are being 'ground down by undue formality', says tribunal chair
'It is not right that complainants should be deprived of their day in court by the unevenness of the playing field'
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Yellow weather warning for coastal overtopping on Sunday
Worst of conditions expected between 10am and 2pm
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Current TT schedule not too crowded, says Clerk of the Course
New-look programme for 2026 announced this week
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Customers facing issues with Income Tax phone line
Division working to rectify the problem
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Campaign launched by Ramsey Commissioner to fix pavements across town
Chris Martin hopes the 'Safer Surfaces-Safer Spaces' will bring confidence to residents
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Summer 2025 the warmest on record
Ronaldsway Met Office has published its latest weather report
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Legal challenge over TT trademark 'overkill', says MHK
MHK weighs in after DfE takes on Basingstoke massage company
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Deep red moon to rise 'totally eclipsed' on Sunday
Phenomenon will be visible in Australia, Africa as well as Europe
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Lezayre Commissioners says DoI wants residents to take responsibility for trees
Chair Karl Brew says he has concerns about charging residents for the job
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'Manx youth supergroup' headed for the Royal Albert Hall
Sponsors sought to help Scran attend the Music for Youth Proms
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Smart meter rollout due to be complete next year despite 22,000 yet to be installed
Just over half of the 50,000 meters have been fitted since the project began in 2022
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Isle of Man Meats supports shake-up of primary school menus
It's now urging government to make food security a 'true national priority'
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Hospice Isle of Man launches second year of ‘Cakes for Care’ fundraiser
Campaign aims to support local palliative and end-of-life care
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Greeba woman avoids jail for driving whilst over three times the limit
38-year-old was convicted for 'identical offence' in 2019
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Changes to 2026 Isle of Man TT will see new Sportbike class
This year 51,560 fans attended the races
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Positive MONEYVAL outcome is 'shared goal' of government and financial sector
Industry professionals attend Countering Financial Crime Conference
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MHK calls for action on "quite weak" whistleblowing policies
Former committee chair fears government could face another costly case if changes aren't made
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Government responds to TT trademark usage
'Pragmatic' solution found after Basingstoke massage clinic wins legal challenge
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Garff Commissioners discuss 20mph issues with infrastructure minister
It was one of the topics raised at its public meeting last night
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Mounjaro price hike came as shock, says Manx pharmacist
The cost more than doubled across Europe this week
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The Central in Peel announces closure
The last day of operation will be Saturday (6 September)
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Subway returns to Isle of Man
Fast food chain is opening a counter in Ramsey today
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Entries open for first annual robot building competition
Cash prizes on offer for best Lego robot
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No plans to ban sale of energy drinks to under-16s on Island
OFT says many retailers already refuse to sell them to minors
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Vaccines can be 'lifesaving', but do your research first, says IOM pharmacist
It's after the death of a baby in the UK from whooping cough
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October sentence for Douglas man who drove dangerously on Battery Pier
20-year-old caught on video driving with person on bonnet and another on roof
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Petitioner calls for Clare's Law to be implemented here
It's currently in place across England, Wales and Jersey
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Give the kids ice cream, demands MHK
School menu changes coming in from today for new term
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TT trademark defeat for Government
Small UK business wins legal challenge
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Some small changes to school bus timetables
Students returning today (3 Sept) after summer break
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Island prepares for MONEYVAL ahead of major conference
Countering Financial Crime Conference at the Villa Marina today
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Hopes Litfest could give boost to Manx authors
Annual celebration to take place later this month
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Historic Isle of Man Railway coach returns home after 50 years
Steam Railway Supporters’ Association will oversee eventual restoration.
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Ban for classic TT visitor after he failed to provide breath sample
61-year-old Italian was also riding without a helmet
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Share your views on the 2025 strategic plan review
Interactive exhibition opens at Sea Terminal
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King George's Fund for Sailors to celebrate Merchant Navy Day
It honours the dedication of seafarers past and present
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'Very good possibility' of seeing aurora borealis tonight
It could be seen as early as 11pm
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Education minister 'open to hearing concerns' around construction apprenticeships
Some teenagers say they've been refused by around 40 businesses
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Jurby Commissioners remove components from playground due to safety concerns
The local authority says the measure is 'precautionary'
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PSM High Street reconstruction likely to begin next spring
Surveying work due to take place today will enable DoI to finalise design
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Castletown Commissioners 'delighted' MNH is 'investing' in the town
The organisation has plans to turn the former Barclay's Bank into a visitor centre
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Bee killer just across the Irish Sea
Warning traps now in place at Manx ports
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Boxing: Rennie praises brothers after defending WBC belt
He beat Indonesian George Lumoly in Australia
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Nominations open for 2026 King’s Award for Voluntary Service
Winners will be announced in November
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Driest August for more than 20 years
Rainfall for last month was at lowest since 2003, forecasters say
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No fatalities at this year's TT and MGP
Only the second time this has happened since WW2
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Hopes housing agency will provide 'continuity' through political change
Board directors currently being sought for new body
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Manx Bible's 250th anniversary
Conference to take place next month
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Businesses praise extended MGP & Classic TT calendar
However some think there's still improvements to be made
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Vehicle collides with building in Ramsey
Residents of property unhurt in incident
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Changing MGP and Classic TT dates next year could reduce event disruption
Clerk of the Course Gary Thompson hopes it will mean more volunteers are available for contingency sessions
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Local dad says pressure on council to fix Governors Hill play area will continue
Richard Little says he is 'pleased' that funding has been allocated for 2027
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Covid-19 pandemic had lasting impact on construction industry, says quantity surveyor
Comes amid calls for better support for apprenticeships in the construction industry
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Business case to extend horse trams expected in Tynwald this year
Business case will be submitted to Treasury
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Unemployment rises slightly in July as vacancies edge up
Small rise in jobless numbers offset by growth in vacancies
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Minimum age for cosmetic surgery on the IOM could rise to 18
Government launches consultation on proposed Regulation of Health and Social Care Bill
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Future of Reayrt ny Baie under review for potential housing uses
Chief minister says site could be re-purposed to meet housing and community needs
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Considering offshore windfarm isn't a 'box ticking exercise', says IOM Green Party
It's urging government to take 'real action'
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SPC sailings face disruption today
The poor weather forecast has cancelled a number of services or put them 'at risk'
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8S timetable 'can be tweaked' to better connect with train
Infrastructure minister says the route has proved popular since launching earlier this month
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Manx Care says a new northern dental provider will be 'imminent'
Procurement for a new service will go live in a 'matter of weeks'
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Sixteen drink and drug driving arrests during racing period
Officers have focussed on the issue over the last two weeks
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Garff MHK against offshore windfarm proposals because of impact on wildlife
Andrew Smith says residents of the parish are 'overwhelmingly' not in favour
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Almost 20 bus routes 'at risk' of disruption
Bus Vannin has apologised for the inconvenience
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Early indicators suggest changes haven't affected apprenticeship take up, says minister
Comes amid calls for review from the construction industry
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Classic TT: Lack of volunteers scuppers contingency plans
Final event of the festival had to be cancelled
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Cyber Security Centre issues online safety tips as students return to school
Parents and pupils are being reminded about the importance of online safety as the new school year begins
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CURA launches consultation on new competition strategy
Watchdog sets out plans to regulate markets, monitor key sectors, and assess mergers and acquisitions
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Freemasons to mark century at Douglas hall with public open day
Open day to showcase historic building, artefacts and links to Island figures
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Manx Utilities says Garff sewage treatment works needed for local community
The authority's plan for the site is now available for public viewing
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Classic TT: Further one-hour delay to today's racing
Evening contingency session won't be used
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Police urge racing fans to take things easy as race schedule concludes
Final Classic TT races due to get underway today
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MHK believes Tynwald's summer recess is too long
Every year parliament breaks from July until October
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Classic TT: Senior Classic TT shortened following delay
New schedule put in place for final day of meeting
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All-female running club calls out the catcallers
Founder and member of Run Like a Girl discuss impact of unsolicited interactions
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“Don’t panic!”: Careers session helps school leavers explore next steps
Employers talk through options with prospective candidates
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Competition seeks best stories by young authors
Top 20 entries to be published later this year
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Classic TT: One-hour delay to allow course conditions to improve
Decision follows overnight rain on the Island
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Classic TT: Final races to take place today
Three categories are due to be contested today
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Committee member encouraged 'conversations are happening' over budget process
Select Committee on the Role of the Legislature in the Budget Process to hear Treasury evidence
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Marina Hotel redevelopment approved despite concerns
Derelict promenade hotel to be transformed into nine flats after planning committee backs regeneration scheme
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Garry Broughton still in a 'serious condition'
Organisers issue rider condition update
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Ronaldsway work 'significantly more challenging than anticipated'
More overnight work which could cause noise disruption is expected to take place
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Visitors urged to secure belongings following spate of thefts
Ten bicycles stolen in recent weeks
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No other services will face cuts to fund dentist waiting list reduction, insists Manx Care
Contract negotiations expected to cost an extra £700,000 a year
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Onchan Commissioner says speculation about his employment is 'harmful'
Scott Wilson says all rumours have been reported to the police
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Prisoners acquire new skills and gain qualifications through trade courses
Aim to get inmates 'work-ready' in time for their release
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War veteran's special invitation to the King
103 year old James Fenton attended 80th Anniversary VJ Day commemoration
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Eurofighter Typhoon to perform over Douglas Bay
The Royal Air Force display to start at 7:30pm
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Dunlop Crowned Champion of Lightweight Classic TT
Ian Lougher clinches second over Adam McClean
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Dental waiting list hoped to be eliminated by March 2026
Manx Care renegotiates contracts with dental providers
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Classic TT: Wet weather scuppers afternoon racing
Revised schedule sees Formula One Classic TT cancelled
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Wind turbine appeal upheld after inquiry
Minister backs Ballaman turbines after inquiry finds limited harm outweighed by renewable energy benefits
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Peel's T-Fest postponed due to poor weather forecast
Dino-dash event was set to take place this weekend
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MNH submits plans to transform former bank to tourist hub
Subject to planning approval, work could begin later this year
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Classic TT: Further delays and schedule changes due to heavy rain
Roads around the Mountain Course will now not close until 1pm
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Garff residents brand Mooir Vannin windfarm 'ridiculous' and 'insanity'
Only three residents in attendance were in favour of the proposal
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Classic TT: Two-hour delay due to heavy rain forecast
Further update expected by 11am
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Shake-up of primary school dinners swaps dessert for fruit and milk
'Healthier and more nutritious' menu adds more Manx produce and cuts back on ultra-processed foods
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MGP/Classic TT: More volunteers this year compared to last says Marshals Association
Two race days left as poor weather forecast
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Manx trainees experience life on a sailing ship
Pelican of London sails into Douglas
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New Manx Bard 'completely overwhelmed'
Bradley Chambers inaugurated at event in Colby
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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