Isle of Man News from Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
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Campaigners on approval of Assisted Dying Bill: 'It's been a long haul'
'I burst into tears the minute they said "yes".'
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Ramsey Commissioners to have election in North Ward
South Ward will need a by-election to fill last seat
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Peel Commissioners to have a contested election in April
There are seven seats to fill and eight people have stepped forward for the roles
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All seats on Garff Commissioners filled in uncontested election
One new person joins eight returners to the local authority
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Uncontested election in Port Erin Commissioners
One of the seats on the board remains empty
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Douglas Council to have one election in April
The south ward will see four candidates vying for three seats
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Five seats on Lezayre Commissioners filled in uncontested election
Two new people will join the board as three continue
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Uncontested election for Onchan Commissioners
Four people from the last board are continuing with their roles
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Bride Commissioners announced candidates but not provided names
Five people are confirmed to be joining the board
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Malew Commissioners to have same five people on the board
No contested election has taken place since 2012
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Work hoped to start on Peel wastewater facility next month
Manx Utilities chair gives update in HoK
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Local Authority Elections: Authorities declare candidates running for a seat
Elections for contested seats are to be held on 24 April
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Arbory and Rushen Commissioners will not have an election in April
All seats have been filled with four returning
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All seven seats filled on Port St Mary Commissioners
Four of the previous board have chosen to remain on the board
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Road closure at Creg Willey's Hill extended due to possible delays
Adverse weather forecasts could hinder completion of the work
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Fire crews attend shed fire on Mount Rule
Douglas teams called out on Wednesday morning
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Castletown Commissioners publishes candidates for election in April
A former chief minister and current chair of the board are among those
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Douglas Council urging residents to be 'respectful' during election process
Election material has been found which 'breaches' the Elections Act
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No plans to reinstate school work experience scheme
It's not been in place since before the Covid-19 pandemic
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Island-based company features in global Google campaign
Memory Lane Games aim to improve the lives of those living with dementia
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Last day to submit nomination papers for Local Authority Elections
Seats are up for grabs across the Island
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Ramsey Commissioners ward system to remain in place for the upcoming election
A public inquiry will be held for residents to have their say
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'Unknown' if trees on route to Earystane wind farm would need to be felled
MU chair says some at the site itself will have to be cleared if plans are approved
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Last chance to respond to consultation on nicotine and tobacco sales
Bill seeks to prevent those born after 2008 from being able to buy tobacco products
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Chief minister only told of CEO's resignation a week before public announcement
Alfred Cannan denies sudden departure of Andy Ralphs damages his administration
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'Still years' before assisted dying laws come into effect
MHK behind bill welcomes progress on legislation
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DoI Minister opens consultation into Local Gov Amendment bill to authorities
Follows widespread criticism that clauses were being introduced without local authority knowledge
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Isle of Man Football Association seeking more referees
Organisation wants more officials to grow the women's game
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Police deal with Palace Road incident
There'll be an increased police presence in the area throughout the day