Isle of Man News
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'If you're going to enjoy the beach, take responsibility for your mess'
Reports of high levels of litter left on Island's shoreline this week
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Tributes paid to mum who campaigned for mental health awareness
Charity 'heartbroken' after death of Caroline Kelly who lost her 13-year-old daughter to suicide
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Paddleboarders rescued after being carried offshore
Port Erin RNLI respond to call on Thursday afternoon as pair cling to rock and fishing buoy
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Firefighters save seagull stuck on M&S building
This is not just any fire and rescue service...
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Emergency road closure in Douglas
Teams working on collapsed sewer on Empress Drive
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Government looking into wider access of weight-loss medications
But should we reframe how we view obesity?
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'Relieved' says business as Balthane roundabout works delayed
Works set to be completed in 2027/28 financial year
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Former Garff MHK hopes to regain his seat in September
Martyn Perkins represented the constituency from 2016-2021
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"Nothing about us without us"
Manx LGBTQ+ charity calls for election candidates to support its 'Pride Pledge'
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Castletown Commissioners wants to keep Poulsom Park free for future residents
It comes as the town celebrates the area's 130th anniversary
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Fifth candidate declares for Garff
Vice chair of Garff Commissioners announces intention to stand
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Ramsey firefighters gear up for 'Station to Summit' challenge
Aiming to raise £1,500 with proceeds split across three charities
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Plans for new business in bakery site 'really good for Ramsey'
Paul Dedman Performance to move into unit three
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Why are we seeing so many jellyfish?
Abundance of moon jellyfish spotted in Manx waters
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ManxSPCA issues advice to pet owners as warmer weather hits
How to keep your pets cool and avoid heatstroke
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Copper broadband users told to unplug routers due to thunderstorm tonight
Risk of power surges later today, says Manx Telecom
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Music icon to perform on Island
Nile Rodgers and Chic booked for Villa Marina Royal Hall
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EasyJet to introduce direct flights between Isle of Man and Geneva
Airline's first international route from Ronaldsway
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QEII headteacher asks parents to support policy on wearing tights
Pupils can remove ties and wear shorts, but are asked to uphold tights rule
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Heat causes Ramsey Swing Bridge to swell
Structure left in the 'open' position amid hot weather
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Blind supermarket worker's discrimination case 'resolved and settled' for undisclosed sum
Co-op says it maintains 'zero-tolerance approach' to discrimination following tribunal
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Audiology drop-in clinics to be suspended indefinitely says Manx Care
Health body says demand has exceeded capacity in recent weeks
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Pharmacists 'uncomfortable' over proposed contract changes
Claims introducing fixed-term arrangements could be 'seismic'
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Local heritage group urging residents to object to demolition of school building
Castletown Heritage says history of Westhill House goes further back than Buchan School
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Fourth candidate declares for Ayre and Michael
Stephen Broad runs a haulage and crane hire business
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People urged to help protect countryside during hot spell
Fire service warns warmer weather increases risk of fires
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Man whose son died from meningitis urges people to take up vaccine offer
"I would have done it in a heartbeat"
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Gordon aiming to cycle 1,000 miles and raise £1,000 before 75th birthday
Due to complete charity challenge by August
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Beware of cold-water shock as temperatures soar says Public Health
Island could reach 28 degrees Celsius today
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Reservoirs all full despite hot spell
Manx Utilities' data shows all four main supply reservoirs are full
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Meningitis B vaccination scheme to be rolled out on-Island
Programme is for eligible Year 13 students and under-25s
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Balthane Roundabout plans on hold until 2027/28 as costs rise
Price tag has jumped up by £600,000 since scheme was first approved
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Port St Mary lifeboat launched to rescue stricken fishing vessel
RNLI crew tows vessel back into harbour
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Enquiries ongoing after 'shotgun-like sound' heard near Police Headquarters
Police say there's no indication of any wider risk to the public
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MHK 'frustrated' at pace of progress over cigarettes and vaping products
Committee calling for generational ban
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Island could experience the hottest June day tomorrow
Currently, the record stands at 28.1 degrees and was recorded in 2023
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Fifth candidate declares for Rushen
Torden Stores owner, Vicky East, to stand in September
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Samantha Barks to host candlelit concert to support Hospice
Singer praised for 'kind and generous gesture'
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Onchan residents brand offshore windfarm ‘travesty’ and ‘nothing but negative’
Commissioners organised a drop- in session for residents to learn more about scheme
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Island residents in favour of social media ban for under 16s
'Quick poll' shows support for UK style restrictions
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FC Isle of Man's financial stability 'difficult' without 'magic benefactor' says new CEO
Russ Kent takes up the role for Island club
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Arbory, Castletown and Malew candidate withdraws from election race
Jeroen Watts no longer intends to stand
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Former MasterChef contestant to run kitchen at children's nursey
Pippa Lovell joining Little Diamonds Nursery
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Sitting MHK no longer seeking re-election in September
Tim Glover says the health of his wife must now come first
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Crime on the Island continues to fall while serious incidents create 'exceptional demand'
Chief Constable Russ Foster's Annual Report published
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As heatwave heads our way, how do we stay safe in the sun?
Island could reach 27 Celsius on Thursday
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Castletown Commissioners celebrating 130 years of Poulsom Park
Event has been organised to commemorate anniversary
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Cost of a passport set to increase this summer
Treasury says higher fees will mirror fees introduced in the UK earlier this year
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Manx Telecom to fund groundwork for fibre customers
Company says it's removing 'practical barrier'
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Water quality in Peel to improve ahead of 2027 bathing season
But screening equipment will be operational by this September
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Chief minister confirms plans for consultation on social media ban
Alfred Cannan says government wants to hear from those who would be affected
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Residents urged to report basking shark sightings
Same goes for whales, dolphins and porpoises
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Further committee to judge whether ministerial system change is needed
CLAJ to present findings to Tynwald next month
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Manx politicians recall dealings with MP tipped to be next prime minister
Burnham was health secretary during negotiations over health agreement
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Review of drug sentencing needed as a 'matter of urgency'
DHA asked to take action after failed appeals from convicted drug dealers
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Historic steam train to return to Groudle after major rebuild
Annie will be back on the Island's tracks later this month
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Visiting farmer highlights importance of observation in farming
Tom Fairfax warns a lot of conventionally farmed soil isn't hugely active
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Social media restrictions and Balthane roundabout among Keys topics
Sitting to get underway at 10am
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Hopes Peel's 'Big Sale' will help provide business boost to high street
Fourth Yn Creck Mooar to take place in July
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Only 20% of Nunnery campus can be used for shops as permission granted for change of use
Site will shift from educational to mixed use site
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Temporary units approved for 'critical dialysis' service in north
But committee stresses issues at RDCH need 'to be resolved sooner rather than later'
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Injured walker rescued from Snaefell
Hill Search Team able to locate casualty quickly thanks to what3words
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Treasury told to look again at FOI request into Former Nurses' Home
Information Commissioner issues decision notice on query into rental eligibility
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Onchan Commissioners organise drop-in session about offshore windfarm
Members of the No Offshore Turbines 4 IOM will be in attendance
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MHK to present territorial waters petition on behalf of campaigner
Petition calls for review into leasing to developers
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Parents asked for their views on childcare provision
Government launches survey to inform future decision making
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'Incredible' Island has no strategy for its territorial waters, says MHK
Julie Edge says plans for a Manx Marine Spatial Plan are 'better than nothing'
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Café opens in former Liverpool Arms pub
LA Brunch Club opens in recently refurbished 'Lonan Arms'
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Mooir Vannin project a 'once in a generation opportunity', says Ørsted
Offshore windfarm developers say it could lead to 10-15% reduction in electricity bills on-Island
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Could you become a Poppy Appeal volunteer?
Royal British Legion Isle of Man branch needs your support
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Ramsey Crookall celebrates 80 years of service
The business serves more than 5,000 clients across over 100 jurisdictions
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Dad has 'mixed feelings of guilt' following incident on Mountain
Glen Campbell is trying to raise £1,500
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Roadworks planned for 'several weeks' in Onchan
Works being carried out by Isle of Man Energy and Manx Utilities
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Event organised to help residents prepare for emergencies
It's at the Sea Terminal from 10am today
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Mananan Festival celebrates 50th edition
Music, theatre and visual art all taking place at Erin Arts Centre
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Assisted Dying Bill is compliant with European human rights laws, insists mover
Campaigner is threatening legal action if the legislation is enacted
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Cervical screening still important despite promising new study
Local charity reacts to results of study funded by Cancer Research UK
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Local charity now registered for medical operations
Hyperbaric Chamber Facility plans to soft launch later this year
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Douglas Council to keep non-Christmas lights up until February
Local authority says it can have a 'positive' impact on residents' wellbeing
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Survey to assess business confidence on Island
3,000+ employers asked to share their thoughts
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Callum Gawne breaks the 2026 Parish Walk record
Lorna Gleave and Samantha Bowden were joint winners in the women's race
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No wider risk to the public' after serious assault near Peel
A person suffered 'significant injuries' in the early hours of Friday morning
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Paddles ready as Tin Bath Championships return next month
Castletown event in its 55th year
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Person suffers 'significant injuries' in 'serious assault' near Peel
Police are appealing for witnesses
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Business case for horse trams to be put before Tynwald in July
But not every member was on board with the plans
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Plans to turn 'underused space' in central Douglas into wellness retreat
Application lodged for 'The Steam Yard' on Lord Street site
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Employment grievance 'upheld' against board of Peel Commissioners
Local authority says independent HR consultant was hired to investigate
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2026 Parish Walk takes place today
Participants to set off from NSC at 8am
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Armed Forces Day returns to Douglas
Parade, live entertainment and three air displays on the cards
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Harmony returns to Peel
Community choir to perform at St German's Cathedral
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Campaigner threatens legal action over Island's Assisted Dying Bill
Dr Graham McAll believes it to be in breach of the European Convention on Human Rights
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Fishermen have herring quota cut for 2026
Due to stocks mixing
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MHK welcomes move towards 'international best practice' over Budget process
Tynwald back calls for spending plan to be published ahead of debate
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Election candidate claims public meeting attendance 'unbalanced'
Rushen MHK Michelle Haywood says she was asked not to attend when other candidates were allowed to
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Fire service issues safety advice to e-bike and e-scooter owners
It follows a rise in incidents in the UK
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Low cloud and fog causing disruption at airport
Some services already delayed while one flight has been cancelled
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Homelessness legislation to be brought forward early next year
Draft bill to be introduced to Tynwald by March 2027
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Peel Commissioners to start Youth Commissioners scheme
It's hoped the scheme will enable young people to learn about local politics
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Parish Walk entries 'slightly up' this year
More than 1200 people expected to take part in event
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Plans to boost dyslexia support 'game changing'
Reaction as Tynwald members approve committee's recommendations
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Police hope to extend Operation Needle next year
No motorbikes reported stolen over TT period
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Victim Support: 'No World Cup match result should put you at risk of domestic abuse'
Charity running campaign during international football tournament
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Dyslexia recommendations are 'practical, proportionate and achievable'
Tynwald receives report from committee and rejects CoMin changes
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Tynwald approves additional £20.8m for health service
More taxpayers' money injected into system
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New Ramsey Commissioner says north is 'neglected' by government
Arwid Hall is also a sitting Douglas Councillor
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Organisation offering free football camps to struggling families
Let's Play inviting children to be part of sessions this summer
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Empty seat on Douglas Council filled in uncontested by-election
Ray Sloane is the new North Ward representative
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Third candidate declares for Ayre and Michael
Julia Bell announces bid for seat in September's General Election
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Underground explorer set to share 'hidden world' in talk
Major Shane Lucas will be at the Manx Museum this weekend
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Politicians back plan for Treasury to bring funding request for finishing horse tram track
Department must return to court in July
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Judgment deferred in appeal against rejection of bid to overturn Summerland inquest verdict
Deemster's ruling on campaigners' case delayed
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Senior medical leaders 'reject' results of rapid bed review
Independent review found adding beds will not solve wider issues
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Ramsey Commissioners looking for planning approval for new social housing
Wants to develop 30 flats on former Albert Road and Close Woirrey sites
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Students split on prospect of under-16 social media ban
IOM Government hasn't confirmed if it plans to follow UK's lead
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Return of popular charity walk for Sight Matters
Ivan Soulsbury Coast 2 Coast Walk is in September
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Douglas dance school invests £60,000 into new academy
Move it Studios to subsidise 60 selected families in first year
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Island's police supporting UK-wide operation led by Immigration Compliance
Constabulary issues statement following activity on King Edward Road this morning
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Plan for future of Hospice to be brought forward 'during this administration'
Any requests for additional funding will be put before Tynwald, says minister
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Firearms officers training underway in Douglas
Officers operating in the grounds and building of European House
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Online gambling sector subject to more 'rigorous scrutiny' than ever before
Government responds after damning Bloomberg report
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Plans to create a 'people's mandate' for prospective election candidates
Public meeting aims to help provide better understanding of priorities
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Open Farm event inspires next generation of Manx farmers
Orrisdale Farm in Ballasalla hosts LEAF initiative
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Amendments to Assisted Dying Bill approved by Tynwald
Bill will now be resubmitted for royal assent
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Indoor play business makes 'very difficult decision' to close
All Land Play Centre faced 'many challenges'
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No routine GP appointments Wednesday afternoon
Doctors attending education session
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Last chance to submit nominations for local authority by-elections
Douglas, Ballaugh and Port St Mary looking for new board members
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Rapid review into hospital provides 'clear direction' but there is 'no single solution', says minister
Claire Christian faces questions after report finds 'deep rooted' issues
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UK farmer to host 'soil safari'
Island's farming community encouraged to get involved
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TT 2026: 'A sustained and demanding’ period for health service
Health minister praises staff for managing it ‘successfully and safely’
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Take a look at Douglas Council's draft 'masterplan' for Noble's Park
Proposals include new 'entrance plaza' for TT Grandstand, 'bouldering sculptures' and a pond
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Chief minister announces plans for new 'specialised border agency'
New measure to improve border security says Alfred Cannan
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Demonstrators gather as Tynwald to debate assisted dying legislation
Bill's mover says amendments will strengthen safeguards
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Hopes Island will have homelessness legislation by March 2027
Tynwald asked to receive consultation responses at June sitting
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"Hear us out": Campaigners to speak to Tynwald members after UK social media ban
Calls for similar restrictions to be implemented on the Island
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Second candidate declares for Glenfaba and Peel
Andrew Harris hoping to be elected in September's General Election
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Low visibility may impact flights, Ronaldsway
Passengers asked to arrive as scheduled
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DHSC Minister to answer questions about rapid bed review
Warning that Manx Care could become 'ungovernable'
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World Cup providing 'goal-den' opportunity for hospitality sector
Business boost despite time difference
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MHK queries additional security measures following Belfast attack
Urgent question tabled for June sitting of Tynwald
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Isle of Man residents invited to attend 'Prison Sunday' service
Global day of prayer supports prisoners, staff, and their families
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Rapid bed review finds 'deep rooted behavioural and cultural issues' at Noble's Hospital
Advises against increasing capacity 'without root-cause improvements'
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'Iconic' 250-year-old Ballaugh elm trees felled due to disease
Commissioner's Chair Steve Curphey says residents have 'fond memories' of the trees
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Report published following rapid review of bed capacity at Noble’s Hospital
Nine recommendations made by independent reviewer
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'Big discussions' to be had over whether Isle of Man follows UK-style social media ban
Sir Keir Starmer announces 2027 ban for apps like Snapchat and TikTok
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Assisted Dying Bill: Will it get royal assent?
Amendments due to be debated in Tynwald
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Council leader hits out at lack of support for social housing on brownfield sites
Devon Watson questions why government funds are available to private developers but not local authorities
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Garff MHK announces re-election bid
Education Minister Daphne Caine hoping to retain seat in September
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Island co-authors landmark guidance on tackling proliferation financing
Guidance co-led by the Isle of Man and Gibraltar
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Onchan Wetlands reopens to public after years of hard work
Community Group meet every other Saturday
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Local charity marks Learning Disability Awareness Week
Manx Mencap hoping to put its service users in the spotlight
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MHK questions port security measures following 'recent events in Belfast'
Urgent question tabled for June's Tynwald sitting
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Applications open to find 12th Manx Bard
Former bard says taking on the role was a 'such a privilege'
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Former MHK accuses chief minister of 'belittling and demeaning Tynwald' over Assisted Dying Bill
Quintin Gill writes to Alfred Cannan over behaviour that's 'inappropriate and unworthy of any chief minister'
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Medical Staff Committee claims vote of no confidence led to leadership changes at Manx Care
88 percent of members voted to say they had no confidence in the healthcare provider's board
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Electronic payment cards and vouchers among alternatives to MiCard under consideration
Remaining MiCards to be withdraw in December, with post office payments ending in March 2027
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Tuesday sailings changed due to Manxman maintenance
Two crossings brought forward and will now be operated by Manannan
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47 buildings in the south waiting for protected status assessment since 2013
Almost half of those identified in the Area Plan for the South are yet to be determined
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Nominations open to fill on seat on Douglas Council's North Ward
It comes after the resignation of former mayor Janet Thommeny
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B&Q customers raise more than £3,000 for Hospice
It's been raised through fundraising scheme Pennies
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Working hard 'no longer enough to afford to buy a home'
Council's housing chair warns political attitudes to housing are outdated
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Treasury writes off £340,000 in benefits overpayments in three years
Last year saw a lower amount written off but a similar number of cases
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Manxman to return to service following repairs
Steam Packet says technical issue has now been resolved
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Discussions ongoing over meningitis B vaccine rollout
Speaking with Public Health as jabs offered to students in the UK
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Health minister apologises for confusion over ambulance centre funding
Funds were withdrawn four months before minister told House of Keys they were available
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Port Erin Commissioners to open recruitment for new clerk 'shortly'
Local authority says earlier hiring process was stopped due to 'internal procedural errors'
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Island's credit rating unchanged
But Moody's highlights labour shortage as challenge
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Have your say on the future of Noble's Park
Drop-in session takes place today
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Farmer declares intention to stand for election in Garff
Peter Kermeen hoping to secure HoK seat in September
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When is a political party not a political party?
Ahead of the September General Election, we've been finding out
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First candidate declares for Douglas East
Sitting MHK Joney Faragher announces intention stand in September's election
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MHK to seek re-election in Arbory, Castletown and Malew
Tim Glover says he'd be seeking a ministerial position under the right leadership
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Chartered accountant to stand for House of Keys in Rushen
Michael Crowe is a former Chamber of Commerce president and Finance Isle of Man chief exec
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Onchan commissioner to stand for election in Garff
Anthony Allen has sat on the board for 10 years
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First candidate declares for Glenfaba and Peel
James Hampton standing as an independent candidate
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Prison officer declares for Middle
Jason Moore to stand in September's election
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Lezayre Commissioner to stand for Ayre & Michael in House of Keys election
Mary Phillips to contest election on 24 September
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Rushen MHK to stand for re-election in September
Michelle Haywood has represented the constituency since 2021
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Third candidate declares for Arbory, Castletown and Malew
Jeroen Wats is the CEO of a company working with sustainable and recyclable material
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Chris Thomas MHK confirms intention run for re-election
Treasury Minister to stand again in Douglas Central
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Commissioner declares intention to stand in Arbory, Castletown and Malew
Kirrie Jenkins will be standing as an independent candidate
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'You can work a full time job at 16, it's only right we can vote too'
Sixth-form students prepare to exercise their rights in September's General Election
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Scientist to stand for election in Onchan
Dr Rachel Glover seeking a seat in the House of Keys
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PSM commissioner declares intention to stand for the House of Keys
Laurence Vaughan-Williams to contest for seat in Rushen
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Sitting Douglas North MHK declares intention to stand in election
John Wannenburgh was elected to the constituency in 2021
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Overspending and healthcare among concerns of Middle residents
Constituents share their views ahead of General Election vote
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Onchan commissioner announces General Election bid
Oliver Lockwood joined the local authority last year
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First election candidate declares for Ayre and Michael
Paul Weatherall is the chair of the Liberal Vannin Party
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Onchan MHK Julie Edge to seek third term in House of Keys
Former education minister confirms intention to stand in September's election
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Cope out: How did we get here?
Manx Care's five-year history broken down
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Teresa Cope: Reaction as Manx Care CEO steps down
What comes next for the Island's healthcare provider?
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MHK declares intention to stand for re-election in Ramsey
Lawrie Hooper has represented the constituency since 2016
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First election candidate declares for Garff
Firefighter Sean Bostrom wants to continue serving the Island in a new way
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Understanding future technology trends 'essential' for election candidates
Event organisers highlight key opportunities and challenges for the Island
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First election candidate for Douglas North declares intention to stand
Hugo Yates wants to see a more dependable government
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Allinson: "I still want to be involved in politics of local community"
GP says he'll return to medical field after standing down from HoK
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Windfarms, tourism and healthcare highlighted as election issues
Manx Radio visits constituency of Arbory, Castletown and Malew
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Ramsey MHK Alex Allinson won't be seeking re-election
Former treasury minister thanks constituents for trust and support after 10 years in House of Keys
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Election 2026: How big a priority will Climate Change be for candidates?
We look at some of 2021's hottest topics and see where we are five years later
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Farmer says he's losing one metre of land a year to coastal erosion
Calls for more to be done to slow down the rate of land loss
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Onchan MHK announces intention to stand in election
Rob Callister will be seeking a third term representing the constituency

