Health minister responds to urgent question in Tynwald
The health minister says Nobles could manage if critical care units in the UK reach capacity, and are no longer able to accept Manx patients.
Onchan MHK Julie Edge asked an urgent question in Tynwald this morning, regarding the rise of coronavirus cases in the UK and the state of hospitals in the North West.
David Ashford assured contingency measures are in place:
Hospital bed occupancy exceeds 90% in multiple years as pressure builds at Noble's
Figures highlight sustained high occupancy across adult acute wards, and a recent rise in patients waiting in ED for beds
Police respond to social media concerns about 'suspicious' man
Constabulary says one report was received in February and urges the public to report any suspicious activity at the time it occurs
Douglas City Council proposes city centre initiatives including sculpture and markets
Funding bid submitted for projects aimed at boosting footfall and supporting local businesses
Cash boost for psycho-oncology service
Mind Matter given £55,000 by IOMACA
TT 2026: Datzer striving to make mountain course return
German rider missed last year's event due to injury
