Testing discussed in House of Keys
The health minister has advised the Manx public not to buy private anti-body tests.
The remark was prompted by a question from Ramsey MHK Lawrie Hooper, who asked whether the Department for Health and Social Care had plans to roll-out private tests on-Island.
David Ashford says the department does not, and explained why:
Commissioners 'saddened' by beach needle incident
Authority says it's 'committed to the provision of a safe environment for the public'
Leaked letter reveals Manx Care draws up plans for elective surgery cutbacks amid financial strain
Financial pressures prompt Manx Care to consider fresh cutbacks to elective surgery provision from late 2025
Wind turbine blades to be temporarily stored at Summerland
Would be at the site until all components have been delivered to the Island
Minister's hotel occupancy claim contradicted by official data
Tourism figures show hotels were not "full all season", with some occupancy rates falling below 60 percent in summer 2024
Tourist 'disturbed' after granddaughter stood on used needle at Port Erin beach
John Boyer says they also found a second one in the same place a few days later