The Chief Minister hopes the Isle of Culture will leave a lasting legacy.
2014 will see a celebration of all the Island's music, dance, art, theatre and literature.
Allan Bell hopes the twelve months of events will bring similar benefits to the Island as those seen in the European City of Culture Derry.
He says the Northern Irish town's cultural transformation is amazing:
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Island's first rapid EV charger being installed
Once operational, the site will retain its existing charger, increasing overall capacity to four charging bays
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Dr Alex Allinson, who is retiring as Ramsey MHK at this year's general election, gave evidence to the final hearing by the independent panel.
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Manx Care is 'planning a sustainable long-term solution'
Braddan Commissioners open expressions of interest for TT camping at Roundhouse
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