98% score in relation to chemical status
Manx waterways are in ‘excellent’ condition.
That’s the verdict following an ongoing testing regime by officers from the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture.
Recent high-profile incidents have highlighted the polluted state of many UK rivers.
July 2023 is likely to be one of the wettest for some time but for the flora and fauna of the Island's waterways it's been generally good news.
Dr Michelle Haywood is a political member for DEFA:
Amendments to Assisted Dying Bill approved by Tynwald
Bill will now be resubmitted for royal assent
Indoor play business makes 'very difficult decision' to close
All Land Play Centre faced 'many challenges'
No routine GP appointments Wednesday afternoon
Doctors attending education session
Last chance to submit nominations for local authority by-elections
Douglas, Ballaugh and Port St Mary looking for new board members
Rapid review into hospital provides 'clear direction' but there is 'no single solution', says minister
Claire Christian faces questions after report finds 'deep rooted' issues
