It's hoped Hate Crime Bill will be brought in during this administration
Giving courts aggravated sentencing powers would help reduce incidents of hate crimes, according to the home affairs minister.
The Hate Crime Bill is one of the new laws the current administration wants to bring in before the 2026 General Election.
It's also hoped to ensure victims can report incidents with confidence.
Jane Poole-Wilson says the legislation needs to be carefully crafted:
Road closures in place following incident in Hillberry area
Police response ongoing with Little Mill Road, Cronk-ny-Mona and Creg Ny Baa affected
Accessible bus stops rolled out across Bus Vannin network
Department of Infrastructure says upgrades will make travel easier for wheelchair and mobility scooter users
£1 million National AI Office launched to coordinate artificial intelligence policy and adoption
NAIO to oversee strategy, guidance and skills development across public and private sectors
Confusion over cause of issues for IOM residents selling on Vinted
Manx users say they've not been able to use site for around a month
Peel Commissioners first to announce rate increases
Its general rate will be raised to 275 pence in the pound