Isle of Man UNESCO success is hailed
The Enivronment Minister says it's truly remarkable that the Isle of Man has been granted biosphere reverse status by the United Nations’ cultural body, UNESCO.
Biosphere reserves are designated as areas that have outstanding natural landscapes, balancing the needs of people, business and nature.
It brings the total number of protected nature reserves to 669 across 120 countries.
Richard Ronan says it's fabulous news.
Hospice funding criticised by UK charity chief amid Isle of Man service cuts
Comments come as Hospice Isle of Man confirms redundancies and financial pressures
Sailings cancelled as storm brings gale-force winds
Yellow warning issued with gusts up to 80mph expected in exposed areas
Manx Mountain Marathon route diverted over safety concerns amid forecast strong winds
Organisers alter coastal section of course ahead of Saturday’s races as conditions expected to worsen
Rushen MHKs to meet with Southern Group Practice over appointment concerns
Patients report difficulties when booking to see a GP
Laxey Mine Railway hosting Easter egg hunt
Takes place over easter weekend
