The decision to set up a second renal unit, in Ramsey, will take the pressure off Noble's Hospital, so says the Health Minister.
Until now, Douglas has been the location for people who need dialysis treatment but the unit is running out of space.
David Anderson says somewhere new has been needed for some time.
81 'unsafe squishy toys' seized
Parents urged to check for unsafe items
Island takes centre stage as TT film crew to return
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Pilates world record attempt taking place today
It's hoped around 4,000 people will head to Knockaloe Farm to beat the current recordÂ
Police seeking information on a white Hyundai BayonÂ
Officers want to establish the vehicle's recent movements