Isle of Man News

But Manx Care refutes shortage figures saying work continues to ease pressure

Salvation Army marking Debt Awareness Week

MIRS meeting on final day of latest round of industrial action

Manx Deaf Society hosting taster sessions during Sign Language Week

Health Body disputes 46% reduction in hospital bed spaces

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Enterprise minister gives update on reforming work permit system

Corlett also joins Courts of Appeal in Jersey and Guernsey

Public Health Isle of Man’s praise for organ donation campaigner 

Barry Kennedy will take over from Phil Gawne 

800 of 1900 companies have taken necessary action

'Some degree of change' may be required

Dead tree to be felled whilst DoI repairs carriageway

Chair Steven Curphey claims there's been 'limited' communication with DoI

Minister meets with MSC after senior medical staff raise alarm

Firefighters tackle small weekend blaze

Medical Staff Committee issues plea for support, claiming physicians are suffering "deep psychological distress"

Knock-on effect of weather disruption leads to scrapping of Heysham crossings

Subcontractor stopped at Sea Terminal after night out

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External relations director says proposals are receiving the expected scrutiny

Coastguard and RNLI teams involved in 'extensive' maritime search

Information Commissioner finds payroll documents spanning nearly two decades left unsecured after company’s local closure

Duo from the Isle of Man have been fundraising for Crossroads

Schedule feeling the 'knock-on effect', says ferry operator

Officers encouraging parents and carers to check their child's devices

Sailings diverted to Heysham across two weekends

Filbey's says it has 'no malice' towards commissioners after dispute 

Crews responding to Personal Locator Beacon activation within five-mile radius of Snaefell

Chief minister issues update after extraordinary Economy and National Strategy Board meeting

Stress can lead to devastating consequences for ewes

Event at Sea Terminal ahead of 'Final Stand' TT concert

Information Commissioner found delayed replies and inconsistencies

Louis O'Regan sustained fatal injuries in incident at Kate's Cottage

Brown water built up on Castle Street amid heavy rain

Heysham departure pushed back amid disruption

A case for reinstating the tramway to the Sea Terminal is set to be brought to Tynwald in May

Graham Kinrade tells committee culture change takes time but says raising concerns is welcomed across government

The vessel left Heysham at 1.40am but isn't expected to arrive in the capital until 8am

Unite members have entered a third round of strike action against bus vannin

'Operational challenges' acknowledged but visa and immigration requirements remain unchanged, says gov't

Choral Society and Symphony Orchestra team up for performance later this month

Unite the Union members are about to enter a third round of industrial action

Problems 'not linked to the sewerage system'

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Minister confident those yet to cash cheques can access payments

'Many of us believe this would permanently change the character of our Island'

Driver was trapped due to injuries sustained in the collision

Ronaldsway Met Office issues yellow weather warning

39-year-old 'totally misread' situation

31-year-old says condition dominates daily life as complaint to Manx Care remains unresolved months later

We look at some of 2021's hottest topics and see where we are five years later

Isle of Man classed as medium high risk for money laundering overall

Teen mental health champion to give talk on power of 'weird pets'

Boards can choose to add this on top of inflationary rate of 2.9 percent

Yellow weather warning for Thursday

The Isle of Man will go to the polls on 24 September 2026

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Flights and sailings affected as yellow weather warning comes into force

It says there is a missing hose pipe and a broken flush mechanism 

Young Island person wanted to represent CPA later this year

The venue also serves as a chapel as well as a hall for local meetings and gatherings in the parish

Keith Watterson has volunteered for various organisations in the village

Applications are open and close in May

DEFA launches consultation on its plans to move towards mixed, multi-age woodlands

Police tell people to follow 'appropriate channels' with concerns

Travel disruption likely

Recruitment process now open

Clause five could see functions imposed on authorities without financial support

Price of oil rises steeply due to conflict in Middle East

Mark Firth hopes to secure a seat in Arbory, Castletown and Malew

Ann Corlett discusses plans for population growth and the need to close 'loopholes' in the system

Figure prompts queries in the House of Keys

Michelle Haywood says recognition needed for drivers working unsocial hours

Gale force winds expected overnight and tomorrow morning

Unite in a long-running dispute with bus vannin over pay and conditions

Closure of airspace sees Manx residents 'trapped' abroad

Regulations imposed on foreign workers in Manx waters

Former UCM student George Harris is now Chef de Partie at 'Source'

Local authority confirms it will shut on 23 March for 'necessary preparations'

Louis O'Regan sustained fatal injuries in incident at Kate's Cottage

White Hoe works caused significant traffic disruption in Douglas yesterday

19-year-old denies possessing knife at Cornaa Beach

Diversions will be in place on Sunday 15 March

New restrictions imposed on who can fish Manx waters

Political member for department provides update in House of Keys

It's expected from 11pm for four hours

Chris Brannigan says engagement at party conferences proving useful

This afternoon the Economic National Strategy Board will assess potential inflationary pressures

Afternoon departure from Heysham and evening crossing from Douglas called off

Bus Vannin says it has attended all negotiations

'Anxiety' for those due to travel through the region amid Iranian conflict

It supports people with learning disabilities, neurodivergent individuals amongst others

UPDATE: The pools are now open

Members' questions range from MiCards to work permit reform

Local authority says it wants to hear from more residents before making decision

Manx Wildlife Trust offering four live-in placements each year

Bus Vannin warns there could still be some minor disruption first thing

Louis O'Regan sustained fatal injuries in incident at Kate's Cottage

Economic National Strategy Board to assess potential inflationary pressures

"The Isle of Man takes matters relating to financial crime, sanctions compliance and the integrity of the international financial system extremely seriously"

It follows a number of listening sessions last year

White Hoe closure caused significant delays for motorists on its first day

Conflict in Middle East sees oil prices soar

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He founded motorcycle business and race team

MHKs call for further funding for Island's heritage infrastructure

The last payment was made in December that year

Matilda is the first youth bard candidate to submit all her poems in Manx Gaelic

Traffic heading into Douglas diverted via Quarterbridge

Ann Corlett has recently met with infrastructure minister to discuss restrictions around Douglas schools

Less than 100 stations across Europe still broadcast services on AM

Authority says site falsely claims to represent a licensed Manx financial services firm

Ramsey Crookall, 34Moves and Visit Isle of Man to host event at Knockaloe on 19 July

New ID system for cattle births begins

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Rob Callister MHK has been giving evidence to Tynwald committee

Figures highlight sustained high occupancy across adult acute wards, and a recent rise in patients waiting in ED for beds

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Voters will head to the poll stations on 24 September 2026

Bosun fell overboard on World Prize in Sweden

Constabulary says one report was received in February and urges the public to report any suspicious activity at the time it occurs

Funding bid submitted for projects aimed at boosting footfall and supporting local businesses

Mind Matter given £55,000 by IOMACA

German rider missed last year's event due to injury

Some bus drivers on the Isle of Man has resumed strike action over pay and contracts. 

Health minister says Council of Ministers will consider proposals before update to Tynwald in spring

Arlo’s Adventure is appealing for help from the Manx community to transform an unused courtyard

Employment (Amendment) Bill 2025 completed its passage through Legislative Council

Four full-time placements on offer from September to May

Chair says it's too soon to say how effective they are

It is so 'essential' refurbishments can be carried out

Latest figures show average property price at £341,000

Kathryn Fowler achieves world class instructor exam results

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The event concludes today, after three days of intense competition

Fifteen-mile challenge taking place later this month

'Insufficient parking' for businesses in area says DoI

Unite 'not involved' in meetings between MIRS and bus vannin

Fire crews called out to multiple incidents

Information Commissioner says authority applied a 'blanket exemption'

Police and ambulance attend scene in central Douglas

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The Teachers' Union is calling on government to reopen talks with Unite

Awards settled with PSC and MPTC/NJC staff

DOI says it's committed to reaching an agreement with Unite the Union 

Further talks have taken place with MIRS this week

Students at Ballaugh School receive treatment from Smile of Mann team

Drivers stage first in series of walkouts planned throughout March

But two of Tynwald's female members warn it could all change at the next election

Santander pairing applicants with others with similar experience

Chair Tony Brown says he hopes it will make the town 'more successful'

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Elevate You Awards returns

Executive Director of Human Resources speaks to Tynwald committee

Department says windfarm develop hasn't yet shown it can access proposed landfall sites

It's an ongoing global and UK issue 

Ronaldsway issues travel alert

Manx Utilities says below inflation rise is designed to limit impact on customers

Forms part of government's planned modernisation programme

It causes similar symptoms to food poisoning which can last for two weeks

Orsted representative insists proposals are in line with government policy

There are 29 weeks before the general election 

More strike action due to get underway tomorrow

It was one of the topics discussed at its public meeting last night

Ramsey Dog Training Club is paws-itive heading into international competition

Message painted across road in the south

Orsted and Manx Utilities working on solution to bring windfarm electricity onshore

Employment, retirement, and taxation amongst reasons given

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Alarm provider says customers have been contacted this morning

MHK calls for details to be made public

Concerns raised at public meeting into Mooir Vannin proposals

Chair Jackie Faragher says board 'taken aback' during budget process

MHK disappointed by amount allocated for PROW upkeep in latest Budget

Designed to 'celebrate creativity, nostalgia and unapologetic Geeky awesomeness'

40-year-old came to the Island on a work permit gained with fake qualifications

A session will take place in Douglas this afternoon for the public to have their say 

Infrastructure minister plans to bring amendments to May's Tynwald sitting

MNH provides update on conversation works at ancient monument

Public Health launches four week survey

Mann Link Travel warns most travel insurance policies won't cover 'acts of war'

Leader says there's a need to be bold

Liftshare says nearly two-thirds of its total site visits were in the last week

DoI says it's working to minimise disruptions

Joe's performance at Charlie Spring in Heartstopper recognised at award ceremony

Unexpected deaths question in Keys today

Eisteddfod is a community-focused talent competition

Letter seen by Manx Radio shows details of negotiations

Strikes in the region are now in their third day and escalating

Five key priorities outlined by healthcare body

It will take 88 people off housing list and cost £11m to build

Planning committee chair using deciding vote after committee's decision was split

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Last day for art installation today

Further action planned for later this week

DOI carrying out tree felling works at Glen Helen

In September, residents will cast their vote on who they'd like to represent them in the new administration

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Ashford: 'Well-run transparent election is clear priority’

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Michelle Haywood says the personal allowance increase is 'baking in poverty'

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MHk warns the next treasury minister could have difficulties balancing the books

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£400,000 to be spent conducting data gathering exercise

Budget shows 'significant investment' in infrastructure, says Allinson

Increase in headcount attributed to investment in front line services

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Chris Thomas MHK was asked if any money could be drawn from reserves to avoid strike action

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It's being funded in line with the Sir Jonathan Michael report for the first time from April

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Benefit is going up by 2.9 percent in 2026/27

Chris Thomas rejects "election giveaway" claims and says tax changes will boost growth

MHK says things are not in order for future generations

Lawrie Hooper votes against 2026/27 financial plan

Alex Allinson controlled the purse for most of this administration 

The Chamber of Commerce and Local Economy Forum share their views on this year's Budget