Isle of Man News from Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
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9.9% Minimum Wage increase approved
Hourly rate will rise to £13.46 from 1 April
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Douglas gelato store announces relocation plans
Isle of Gelato to move to Laxey
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Fire crews put out 'small fire' in Laxey
Smoke reported during morning hours
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Tynwald backs introduction of shared parental leave
Parents to be given flexibility to share up to fifty weeks of leave in a child’s first year
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Select Committee formed to examine whistleblowing on the Island
Tynwald backs call for fresh look at the topic
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MHK calls for Tynwald inquiry into whistleblowing practices across public sector
Debate follows release of government guidance discouraging disclosures to media or politicians
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Treasury minister says rates consultation shows 'instability' of current system
Dr Alex Allinson said it's up to local authorities to mitigate any changes
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'We can't just keep pumping raw sewage into the bay' says Garff Commissioners
Residents had their say about MUA treatment works plan at public meeting
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Minister hopes Tynwald will 'reflect' before Area Plan for North and West returns
Proposal rejected but will be put forward for combined vote in November
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"Would you feel safe here at night?"
Senior residents share their view on the Island's "safe" reputation
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Climate change affects breeding patterns, says Manx Birdlife
Chough decline linked to weather
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Farming union president to retire this month
Ean Parsons leaves after four years