Isle of Man News
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Under fire CQC 'not part of routine inspection process on the Isle of Man' says DHSC
The CQC in England covers around 90,000 different services
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Toaster causes flat fire in Douglas
A fire blanket was used to smother the appliance
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Bride Commissioners urge residents not to mis-use open bin service
In April the local authority decided to stop paying into the Northern Civic Amenity Site
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All are welcome on guided 'Warden's Walks'
Hospice at Home walkers to take on Eairy Beg in the 6th hike of 13 in the Wardens Walk programme
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Southern Show starts today!
A weekend of events planned at Orrisdale Farm
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Men who plotted to import drugs in car jailed
Trio sought to bring large quantities of cocaine and cannabis to Island
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Legislative changes to ease planning process for offshore power projects
Changes would enable a single consent
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Delays to some cervical screening results
Manx Care says the issue has now been rectified
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The battle to keep the Island's rights of way clear of vegetation
Weather conditions have been 'particularly challenging'
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First ever red list of endangered freshwater fish species
Two species have been identified as being at risk
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'Lessons will be learnt' at prison following three deaths in custody says governor
Manx Care describes them as 'sentinel events' that will change offender healthcare
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Above inflation UK pay awards could put government in 'difficult position'
The health minister's been discussing what risk that brings about on the Isle of Man
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Stage set for Southern District Agricultural Show
Event taking place at Orrisdale Farm this weekend
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Manx Care re-issues advice for Port Erin Dental Practice patients
Practice is now 'fully operational' in Douglas surgery
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Witnesses sought after collision involving child
SUV driver asked to contact police after incident outside Anagh Coar Spar shop
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Rushen Heritage Centre still plays a 'vital role' in the community
The trust celebrated a decade this week
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Manx Care 'working to get clarification' on Port Erin Dental Practice
Further update expected from healthcare provider later today
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No standalone literacy strategy for Island schools says minister
Caine confirms it will be part of wider 'inclusive' education policy
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Manx Care confirms no blood shortage on Island
NHS in the UK has issued urgent appeal for donations
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King Gaming has gambling licence cancelled
Construction of £70million headquarters not anticipated to resume
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900+ people waiting for social housing on the IoM
Figures released as part of FoI request
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Port Erin Dental Practice now 'fully operational' in Douglas surgery
Manx Care issues update for patients
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Fire and Rescue Service trains on Battery Pier
42-metre turntable ladder used at Manx Petroleum's site
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Report into Patrick Commissioners maladministration complaint 'should’ve considered more evidence'
Commissioner X asked current Tynwald Ombudsman to investigate that report
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Plans to progress new ambulance station in east moving forward says minister
But MHK queries why it isn't a higher priority
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Manx Birdlife to host talk for bird watching fans
"Discover what you never knew about our favourite garden birds", says charity
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'Protect your postie' says IOM Post Office
The organisation is delivery pamphlets to households with advice
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Lifeboats tow stricken vessel to safety
Boat was drifting towards land off the Island's east coast
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DESC looking to introduce Island-wide ban of phones in schools
Minister hopes to implement policy in autumn term
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Commissioners' chairman brands planning decision 'disappointing'
Hartford Homes development will see 300+ new homes in Braddan
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Island marks World Drowning Prevention Day
RNLI shares tips on how to 'Float to Live'
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Market organiser praises Isle of Man for becoming more progressive
Queer Artisian Market to be held this weekend
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Search underway for 10th Manx Bard
Successful poet's work should include some Manx content
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Manannan responds to urgent call for help
But fast craft stood down when RNLI arrived
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'Very good chance' Assisted Dying legislation won't come into force this administration
Allinson says it can't be rushed
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Suspended sentence for woman who was overpaid £24K in benefits
47-year-old failed to declare she was working
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Burying fallen stock 'can pose significant risk to farming industry'
DEFA Minister confirms work is underway to find a solution following concern from farmers
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Mann Cat Sanctuary founder dies
Sue Critchley has been running the site for nearly 30 years
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Summerland disaster to be remembered at annual service
1973 tragedy claimed the lives of 50 people.
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'Challenges' of footpath maintenance due to weather conditions
But DoI says it's made 'exciting' improvements
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Queen Scallop season off to strong start
Catch limits are set by the Scallop Management Board
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Rushen Heritage Trust to hold special event to celebrate 10th birthday
Anniversary to be marked tomorrow at Port St Mary Town Hall
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Allinson 'understands and respects' those opposed to assisted dying
MHKs made a significant vote approving the Bill
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MHK has 'major concerns' about postal delivery issues
Moorhouse doesn't think issues are being elevated to Post Office management
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Public inquiry hears about housing issues facing the north and west
Affordability and densities were just a few of the topics brought up
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Seven bicycles stolen at NSC
Seven bikes stolen between Saturday and Tuesday
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Bay Queen Hotel plans revised to include three detached houses
Planning Committee approves Hartford Homes' change
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Motorists urged to watch out for hedgehogs on Island roads
Unusually wet weather could be to blame for increased casualties
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Wind turbine risk to flying animals 'minor'
Energy transition advisor believes there are more concerning threats elsewhere
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MHKs approve Assisted Dying Bill
It will now ascend to the Legislative Council
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Urgent breast cancer referrals on IoM taking nine weeks
Manx Care blames 'workforce vacancies' for delays
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Online ADHD tests being looked at by Manx Care
Could lead to diagnosis within six month
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No increase to minimum wage before October
Government previously committed to align minimum wage with living wage by next year
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Fault in circuit affecting power for 30 homes in Peel
Temporary supplies being provided while Manx Utilities works on the fault
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'Earystane is facing the right direction' says researcher
David Quirk is also a research director at the Energy Sustainability Centre on the IOM
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Low number of complaints over delayed letters
Post Office chair urges affected customers to contact the service instead of posting on social media
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There is 'public interest' in release of Tramway Terrace report, says MHK
Report was promised back in February
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IoM not planning to follow UK's lead on early release of prisoners
But governor says conversations need to be had around futureproofing facility
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Approval of temporary classrooms raises questions around 'forward planning'
Facilities in Ballasalla needed for September
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Construction progressing on Douglas Promenade sea wall
Plans hope to curb coastal overtopping
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Last day to use Love IOM cards
Gift card scheme launched to support hospitality sector after Covid
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New cattery at ManxSPCA 'well worth it'
Work on replacement facility nearing completion
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Final debate on Assisted Dying Bill in House of Keys
UK's House of Lords due to begin similar discussion
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'Every day is different' in the Isle of Man Constabulary
Police now recruiting for Police Constables and Special Constables
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Manx Care destroys £1.9m of expired PPE
However, the total amount destroyed that was specifically purchased for the pandemic is likely to be lower
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Plans to expand Crosby estate deferred as planning officer changes recommendation
Dispute over boundary line delays hopes for 18 new homes
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Manx Care systems restored after global IT outage
Could still be delays while staff catch up on backlogs
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Inquiry hears evidence for the future of leisure facilities in the north
Sports pitches, the needs of Kirk Michael and children's play areas were raised as key issues
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MHK's frustration over delays to Safe Living Scheme
She says a 20mph zone encompassing several Douglas schools could be solution
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Plans to update protection for IOM Bank stained-glass dome
Royal Bank of Scotland Group seek registered building consent
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Walking the Raad ny Foillan for a women's leadership programme
Lizzy Crotty will be heading to Antarctica as part of STEM initiative
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Summer break could place 'bigger financial burden' on parents
The Foodbank is expecting to see more new families seeking help
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ManxSPCA's advice on helping young gulls
Fledgling birds 'learning to fly'
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Chief Minister making 'considerable progress' on Island Plan
Cannan says there's lots of reasons not to be 'despondent'
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Yn Chruinnaght returns for 47th year
Events taking place all week
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Isle of Man must work 'incredibly hard' to ditch label of 'tax haven'
Chief minister says he's not going to be complacent
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Future of the Wildlife Park to be considered
Operating as a charity and 'rationalising' the park among the suggested options
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Cause of NSC tile damage still not known
Minister says work to repair issues won't begin
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D&V advice issued by Public Health
Comes after a spate of cases on the Island
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Yn Chruinnaght kicks off tomorrow
Celtic festival boasts "something for everyone"
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DoI assessing cost of completing horse tramway
Last estimate in 2022 projected the work would cost £2m
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Prison Healthcare Team now out of 'special measures'
Manx Care says there's been an 'intensive focus' within facility
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No mobiles in St Ninian's from September
School is introducing new measures
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Coastguard advice after reports of teenagers jumping from harbour walls
Warnings of dangers posed particularly by vessels
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Arctic tern nesting site disturbed at Point of Ayre
Police and DEFA investigation is launched
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'From fascists to herring girls': Culture Vannin launch video tour of Peel
A Walk Around Peel with Albert Frost has been uploaded in full to YouTube
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Manx heritage sites in top 10% of Tripadvisor listings worldwide
Five MNH sites scoop 'Travellers’ Choice Awards'
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Scoping report produced for Earystane wind farm
Identifies potential issues in any future planning applications
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Road closures affect Peel bus services
No buses along East Quay or the prom
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Maritime Expo event at the Villa Marina today
Chance to find out more about the industry
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Impacts of IT outage felt on Island are due to 'supply-chain' issues
Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike 'actively working' to fix defect
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Jury records suicide verdict at prisoner's inquest
46-year-old was found dead in his cell in February 2023
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GP surgeries on the Island affected by worldwide IT outage
Palatine, Ramsey and Kensington groups report IT issues
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Police conducting 'forensic' tests on graffiti can
'Offensive' vandalism found in Kirk Michael
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Costa Coffee manager jailed for pocketing takings
31-year-old stole more than £17,000
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Jury retires to consider verdict in prisoner inquest
Coroner of Inquests tells jury to 'put emotion to one side'
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Witnesses sought after 'fail to stop' RTC
It occurred on Tuesday (16 July)
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Some flights could be affected due to mass IT outage
Ronaldsway itself hasn't been affected
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Unemployment rate remains steady at 0.6%
The number of men out of work is almost double that of women
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Comis residents recall 'claustrophobic' quarantine experience
Refund process underway for those who took repatriation pathway
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Prisoner's final call to partner before death played to jury
46-year-old heard telling her: 'I'll speak to you soon'
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Excluding ex-politicians from publicly-owned companies 'not realistic'
MHK insists he was right to question selection of former MHK for Steam Packet role
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Roundhouse access road agreement reached between DHSC and Braddan Commissioners
It was announced at the local authority's meeting yesterday
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Amazon contract won't disadvantage other local deliveries, says Post Office chairman
Stu Peters' was responding during Tynwald questions
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'Tough Mucka Junior' to raise funds for two Manx charities
Event is in aid of Isle Listen and the Castletown Parks Charity
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Prison deaths had 'massive' impact on staffing at facility says governor
Jury told it's not possible to 'mitigate every single risk'
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Covid-19 report 'has not been left on a shelf and nor will it be'
Council of Ministers' further response to Brunner report received by Tynwald
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Jurby Community School's 'wilderness expedition'
Pupils return from Lake District adventure
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Prison almost at maximum capacity with just four cells free
Governor confirms new 'portable' cells still need final security checks
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72-year-old cycling 172 miles for Breast Cancer Now
Gordon Drinkwater to ride from Whitehaven to South Shields
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MHK attacks government record on public sector housing
"If you're a couple on minimum wage, working full time, you won't get access", says Moorhouse
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Green Flag status given to nine parks in Douglas
These include Noble's Park and Summerhill Glen
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Advice issued to sea swimmers
Reminder of the dangers - especially near piers and harbours
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New Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit 'a brilliant step towards improving care for women'
Campaigner speaks to Manx Radio
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Ending mid-rent scheme 'goes against housing needs report'
MHK questions decision to scrap initiative to help Manx residents buy homes
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Plan for potential bus station to be brought to December Tynwald
Douglas Bus Station plans given deadline by court
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Wind farm consultation events begin today
Company behind offshore farm plans will be at Laxey Glen Pavilion
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Cabinet Office and Manx Utilities set out Island's future needs at public inquiry session
Draft North and West Area Plan sets out the needs for the area
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Ramsey Commissioners progressing with merging town's wards
The change could be implemented as soon as April next year
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Prisoner was suffering from 'severe' mental health condition but was 'hopeful' for future
Psychiatrist tells inquest she was 'shocked' to learn of 46-year-old's death
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Woman on 'pilgrimage' rescued by emergency services
Port Erin Coastguard and the ambulance service were called out to assist after she suffered leg injuries
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Treasury refutes claim new SPC director gives department more control over ferry operator
Questions were raised over the appointment of a former MHK
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Designated space opens for those experiencing miscarriage or baby loss
Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit has welcomed its first visitors
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DoI urged to draw up bus station plan 'as a matter of priority'
Report on proposals expected in December
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Review into Steam Packet performance to be published
Minister's promise following assessment of ferry operator
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Planning permission sought for green tourist accommodation
Owners of Farrant's Fort want to repurpose barns on the land
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Telford woman on trafficking charges to stand trial
20-year-old denies four drug offences
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Plans for three new homes in Baldrine
Previous plans for Ashwood site were withdrawn
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Why commission report only to ignore findings, asks MHK
Haywood questions validity of review into funding of Island schools
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Concerns over public housing thresholds 'ignored'
DoI commits to reviewing system
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Trial for man who denies making indecent images
32-year-old enters not guilty pleas
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Airport departure lounge to get an upgrade
Bosses have "secured a solution" for the facility
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Douglas Council 'confident' £1.4 million sunken gardens scheme will be in place by March '26
Councillor Devon Watson says he doesn't see any 'major complications' with the plan
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DoI promises new proposals after mid-rent scheme scrapped
Just three out of 49 applicants saved enough money to buy a property
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Cannan to attend UK State Opening of Parliament
Chief Minister welcomes opportunity to engage with new MPs
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Public Health supporting Peel school in 'managing outbreak' of norovirus
Parents asked to help reduce spread of vomiting bug
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Scrapped Cregneash bus service 'not financially viable'
Minister quizzed over 'illogical' decision
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Island has 'amazing' literary talent pool despite small size
Manx Litfest 2024 is fast-approaching
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Inquest told prison staff could not have foreseen inmate's death
Jury told internal investigation found officers acted in 'good faith'
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DOI apologises for inconvenience caused by 'emulsion bleed' on Laxey Prom
Jet-patching work left emulsion spills along length of road last week
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"We are failing these children" says MHK
Politicians scrutinise government response to review of school funding
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Use of new ferry terminal costing SPC £14,000 per month
Negotiations continuing over lease with Department of Infrastructure
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Face masks no longer needed in Manx Care settings
Measure re-introduced last month
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Wind power electricity cheaper per unit, but total system costs higher
Chief minister asked whether consumers would actually see savings
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New suspensions policy due for next academic year
More than 2,400 days of suspension recorded this year
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Government backing for luxury flats would generate 'positive return' on investment
Enterprise Minister believes development will create more jobs
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'No reason' Steam Packet performance reviews can't be published, says MHK
Chris Thomas wants the DOI's findings released
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Final Tynwald sitting ahead of summer recess to begin
Thirty-five questions plus 25 other agenda items feature
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Findings of consultation into care due next month
DHSC received more than 1,200 responses on nursing, residential and home care proposals
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Government appoints new board to advise on recreational fisheries
The body is expected to bring forward a series of recommendations focussing on three key areas
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Leading experts to attend maritime expo
Event in the Villa Marina on Saturday
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Inquest into death of prisoner found in cell resumes
Christopher Corkill died in February 2023
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Manx Care invites patients and carers to share their experiences
Next two “In your Shoes” listening events to take place this month
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King(s) of the Mountain complete TT course fundraiser
Anthony and Les smash fundraising goal in challenge with a twist
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Wall art submissions being taken for new SARC facility
Theme of mural is 'oak tree'
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Man taken to UK hospital after Mountain Road crash
Motorcycle and Ford Transit Tipper Van involved in the incident
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Three in court accused of rape
Committal to General Gaol due to take place in August
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Permission sought for KFC to open 24/7
Management wants to alleviate 'large queues'
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Public inquiry opens this week into Draft Area Plan
Anyone can attend the sessions in Ramsey and Peel
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Jurby schoolkids return from wilderness expedition adventure
Thirteen children went to the Lake District to round off the school year
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'Help us be a better service' - Steam Packet
Ferry operator seeks 'range of views' for focus groups
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Build elsewhere say Braddan residents
Over 300 homes will be built between Braddan School and Douglas Rugby Club
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Public Services Commission propose caveat to improving terms and conditions of employment
It'll only set up the group if unions accept the three-year pay deal
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Isle of Man 'in a really good place' to host 2029 Island Games
Preparation work will 'come along quite quickly' says bid committee chair
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Assisted dying bill 'not being rushed through'
MHK believes colleagues should have all the information they need to make a decision
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One-way traffic in Onchan this week
DOI is carrying out resurfacing work at Corkill's Roundabout
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'Power to the people' says MHK who helped secure freehold for Saddle Mews
Residents didn't feel they'd been getting value for money
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Three Island residents competing in RDA National Championships
The competition is one of the largest for disabled riders in the world
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Manchester man fined £600 after pub headbutt
20-year-old told: "Not on this Island!"
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Manx Care 'exploring what medics need from leadership'
Health board meeting with staff ahead of recruitment process
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DoI seeks new operator for incinerator from 2029
Contractor would be responsible for running and maintaining the site
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Abuse victims reminded of help and support available
Study in UK noted increase when England played and lost
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Over £9k raised in annual rounders tournament
340 people competed across 34 teams
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Trial for teen accused of TT funfair assault
17-year-old will be committed to Court of General Gaol Delivery
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MHK queries what led to increase in ambulance callouts
But DESC minister says she can't provide a breakdown
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People urged to watch Euros final 'responsibly'
England take on Spain at 8pm
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IOM to host 2029 Island Games
The event is expected to be held on 14-20 July 2029
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Island roads to get studs replaced over coming months
New 'cats' eyes' for nine routes across IoM
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Trial for woman accused of stealing £700 of groceries
42-year-old denies 24 offences of theft
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Full line-up for Manx Litfest 2024 revealed
Sukh Ojla to headline this year's festival
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Planning application re-submitted for Douglas sea wall
Work already taking place despite expired permission
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Paolo Nutini to perform at Villa Marina in August
Scottish singer-songwriter to visit Island next month
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TT merchandise contract terminated with immediate effect
Government now seeking new supplier head of TT 2024