Isle of Man News from Monday, March 16th, 2026

Manx students criticise lack of research into women's health

It's been a debate in a special International Women's Day junior Tynwald sitting
Yellow weather warning for coastal overtopping on Tuesday

A number of areas likely to be at risk around high tide
School leaders’ union claims members’ concerns ‘ignored’ amid Tynwald whistleblowing inquiry

NAHT calls for greater transparency and review of past processes following evidence from senior civil servants
Every baby born at The Jane to receive free book

It's thanks to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
No Ireland sailings for Paddy's Day

Manannan crossings cancelled due to forecast adverse weather
Lord Street development granted planning permission

Planning committee approved plans for project
Team Cheerfulness completes Atlantic Dash in historic time

They set off in January
Charity encourages Manx residents to learn basic sign language

Manx Deaf Society hosting taster sessions during Sign Language Week
Bus drivers' strike: Hopes for new offer as negotiations continue

MIRS meeting on final day of latest round of industrial action
Charity reports marked increase in level of debt residents are struggling with

Salvation Army marking Debt Awareness Week