Isle of Man News from Monday, February 2nd, 2026
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Warning of mass exodus of Manx police officers
Chief constable discusses recruitment and retention with Tynwald committee
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Immigration focus of Positive Action Group meeting tonight
Talk will be held at the Manx Legion Club at 7pm
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Amber weather warning issued for Tuesday
We're being told to expect significant overtopping of waves
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Council leader wants criminal record checks for local authority members
Devon Watson believes ensuring members don't have convictions would help protect vulnerable people
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MLC hopes new safeguarding laws end confusion over information sharing
Former social worker says 'consistent failures' over person information are still happening
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New school planned for Park Road brownfield site
It's been derelict since the former St Ninian's Lower School was demolished in 2013
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Inquest into death of man who died in Hillberry crash opened
Condolences offered to family of 31-year-old Jack Sheppard
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Reduced hours for a number of sub-Post Offices come into effect
Mannin Retail Ltd makes request amid continued digitisation of government services
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Gas regulation bill criticised for lack of clarity, accountability and purpose
Isle of Man Energy raises concerns over proposed legislation to overhaul regulation of Island’s gas sector
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Glover refuses to sign Bishop's vote bill over diocese concerns
The MHK says he cannot support legislation removing the Bishop's vote in Tynwald, warning it could put the historic diocese at risk
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Yellow weather warning for next two high tides
Strong winds expected to lead to slight coastal overtopping
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Efficiency programme: £2.5m saved by March 2026
Chief minister tells committee there is 'an absolute need' to digitise government services
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'Amateur meteorologist' hopes to inspire others
He aims to create 'live features' and a website
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Dangerous trees in the capital to be felled
Douglas City Council granted licence on safety grounds
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Demolition work on former hotel starts today
Castletown Golf Links has been shut since 2007
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More men on the Island getting involved in netball
New Performance League gets underway at The Roundhouse
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Controversial clause 'would help ensure public expectations are met'
Former minister says legislation is needed to ensure authorities provide a certain standard of services
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Housing, healthcare and overspending some of the concerns ahead of elections
Isle of Man residents will head to the polls in September