Ashford says absence approved before situation changed
The Isle of Man's Director of Public Health is self-isolating after returning from holiday.
Dr Henrietta Ewart's leave was approved 'before the situation deteriorated' according to the health minister.
David Ashford was asked about Dr Ewart's absence by the media during a conference on the government's coronavirus precautions:
BMA finds less than a quarter of doctors recommend working at Manx Care
The union says its latest staff survey is a "damning indictment" of healthcare provider
Thirteen people entered or tried to enter the Island without immigration permission since January 2025
Details provided by The Treasury following FOI request
Abuse towards bus drivers 'will not be tolerated'
Bus Vannin says its staff have a right to do their job without fear of violence, intimidation or discrimination
Thousands tell Steam Packet what they want to see replace Manannan
All-year all-weather vessel a priority, say respondents
Mountain Road closed due to snow and ice
DoI to review conditions later this morning