Isle of Man News from Thursday, February 5th, 2026
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Bottleneck car park shut over safety concerns
Council cites increased risk of storm surges as winds shift overnight
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Government engaging with UK over international ferry levy plans
Isle of Man won't be affected by July 2026 changes to domestic voyages
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Island resident believes he has Archibald Knox's pet cat
Albert Mills took it about 20 years ago
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Analysis: What does the Mooir Vannin consultation response tell us?
Developers behind the wind farm project have published a detailed response to consultation feedback
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Land slip prompts emergency road closure
Route in St John's closed for a number of days
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Dementia demand assessment underway as Public Health forecasting future need
Figures suggest Island prevalence of 0.7 percent, as government acknowledges demand likely to rise due to aging population
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Forecasters warn of snow over higher ground later
Higher routes such as Mountain Road could be affected by slight accumulations
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Patient calls for more transparency over ENT waiting times and services
She feels 'deeply distressed' to leave symptoms unresolved over a prolonged time
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Hopes to replace Castletown Golf Links site with "5-star hotel"
Demolition of former hotel site is underway
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More local authorities announce above inflation rate rises
Jurby, Michael and Santon all announce increases for residents
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Law firm offers free no-obligation session
It will take place on 10 February
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Arbory and Rushen Commissioners says rate was set after 'detailed scrutiny'
Local authority has increased it by five pence more than 2025
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Mars is coming to Peel!
Giant model of the Red Planet to go on display in Cathedral Isle of Man
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Port St Mary Commissioners reduce arrears with festive social media campaign
Chair Jean Teare says local authorities should have a 'social conscience'
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Adverse weather cancels some sailings
A question mark remains over tonight's 7:15pm departure from Douglas to Heysham