Formal identification to take place on body found in car
Police say a woman who was found dead in a car at the weekend won’t be named until formal identification has taken place.
Island told to get its 'house in order'
David Cameron has told the Isle of Man to get its ‘house in order’ ahead of next month’s G8 Summit.
Man dies in diving incident
A 51-year-old man has died as the result of a diving incident.
Woman's body found in car
Police are continuing their enquiries after the body of a woman was found in a car in Jurby over the weekend.
Housing plans are not what community wants says MHK
A Rushen MHK has criticised plans for a new housing development saying it flies in the face of what the local community wants.
Concerns over impact of bus strike
Government says it will do all it can to minimise the impact of a bus strike over the TT period.
Lewin to appear before Tynwald committee
A former employee of Heritage Homes, who is now in prison, will be giving evidence on the controversial Kirk Michael land swap deal today.
Casual bus drivers needed during strike period
A recruitment drive will take place tomorrow to find casual bus drivers to work over the TT period.
Cyclist injured after van collision
Police are appealing for a van driver to come forward after a cyclist was knocked off his bike yesterday.
Unite are being militant says Chief Minister
A 12 day bus strike which is threatening to cause massive disruption over the TT period is being directed from the UK.
Capital spending comes in well below budget
Capital spending by government departments hasn’t gone over budget.
Government generate £5 million selling off assets
Government have raised an additional £5 million for their reserves after a selling off of a number of surplus assets.
Repairs carried out to damaged King Edward Pier
Vital repairs have been made to the King Edward Pier after the Ben My Chree collided with it earlier this month.
Island will not be held to ransom by drivers
The Isle of Man will not be held to ransom by bus drivers and their union.
Union hopeful for a resolution before strike
The union representing bus drivers says it's hopeful a resolution can be found to prevent drivers striking over the TT.
Chief Minister prepared for G8 attack
Outdated stereotypes of the Isle of Man could cause problems at the upcoming G8 Summit.
Regeneration project in Ramsey at risk
An ambitious regeneration project for Ramsey is in doubt after funding was pulled.
Manx people contribute to genetics study
A number of Manx people have contributed to a major study looking into people’s genetic make-up.
Procedures in place to identify high risk women
The Department of Health says protocols are in place to identify women who are at hisk risk of developing breast cancer.
Pub Landlord visits the Island
Hugely successful comic Al Murray is back on the Isle of Man today ahead of tonight’s show at the Villa Marina.
Pinewood expansion plans blocked
A major expansion project for Pinewood studios has been rejected by the local authority.
Tenants do pay rates say Douglas Council
Douglas Council says it is simply not the case that its tenants don’t pay rates.
Find out more about your heirlooms, junk and hidden treasure
There’s a chance to find out if you’re sitting on hidden treasure today.
UK media get behind plight of local gay couple
The couple at the centre of a gay rights storm say they are humbled by the public’s support.
Inquest to resume into death of man found in River Douglas
The inquest into the death of man who was found drowned in a river will resume today.
Local TT revellers urged to behave and drink sensibly
People who commit anti-social offences over the TT period will be dealt with robustly.
'Safe House' nominated for top crime writers award
A local author is celebrating after his novel was nominated in a highly prestigious crime writer’s award category.
Equality bill being progressed urgently
The Chief Minister says an equality bill for the Island is being processed as quickly as possible.
Buster Lewin to give evidence on Kirk Michael land swap
A man who’s been jailed for election fraud will be called on to give evidence at a Tynwald Select Committee next week.
No plans for speed cameras
Speed cameras won't be introduced on the Isle of Man – despite a push to make the Island’s roads safer.
Gov.im web hackers may not be found
The people responsible for a malicious attack on the government website may never be discovered.
Changes coming within Attorney General's Chambers
Progress has been made in implementing changes within the Attorney General’s Chambers.
Government looking to halve long term unemployment
A government initiative has been launched which is geared toward halving long term unemployment.
Should we be worried about 'coronavirus'?
The Director of Public Health has addressed concerns that the coronavirus could find its way to the Isle of Man.
Motorcyclist died from massive blunt force trauma
A popular motorcyclist who was killed on the Mountain Road died as a result of massive blunt force trauma.
Pinewood expansion good news for investment says Minister
The Economic Development Minister has praised plans for a major expansion to Pinewood Studios.
Airlines to discuss Open Skies policy
A number of airlines will go before a Tynwald Committee tomorrow to discuss the Open Skies policy.
Possible bus strikes over exam period
Parents have been warned to be on hand over the exam period in case of a further bus strike.
Minister wary some benefit users are abusing the system
Some people who are on benefits are abusing the system with many treating government like a cashpoint.
Visiting bikers urged to 'Respect Our Roads' this TT
Motorists are being urged to “Respect Our Roads” as the countdown to TT starts.
Short but varied House of Keys question paper today
The Attorney General’s Chambers, water rates and an attack on the government website are among issues being raised in the House of Keys today.
Inquest opened into death of motorcyclist
The inquest into the death of a motorcyclist from Ballaugh will take place today.
Gay couple refused rental property
A couple who were refused a rental property because they are gay are now calling for an equality act to be introduced on the Isle of Man.
Drop in entrants for 2013 Parish Walk
Just over 1,400 people have signed up to take part in this year’s Manx Telecom Parish Walk.
Chief Minister slams 'lazy' politicians
The public are often misled to how much work politicians are actually doing.
Teenagers still receiving treatment following rally incident
Two teenage boys involved in a collision with a rally car on Friday evening are said to still be receiving treatment.
£5 million scheme to give boost to construction industry
The engineering and construction industries on the Island could get a boost thanks to plans for new and improved facilities.
Witnesses sought to hit and run collision
Police in Ramsey are appealing for information following a hit and run road traffic collision that happened last week.
CM understands concerns over MHK's sheltered housing plans
The Chief Minister has admitted he can understand why there has been a negative response to an MHK moving into sheltered accommodation.
Ballasalla housing is a milestone says MHK
The latest housing development for the south of the Island was officially unveiled on Friday.
Damage caused to heath land
Police have launched an investigation after significant damage to an area of heath land on top of Beary Mountain in Greeba.
Chamber urging people to share views
The Chamber of Commerce is encouraging people to share their views on a new Public Services Commission.
Youth Games to highlight importance of healthy lifestyles
With just under a week to go until the HSBC Manx Youth Games a leading fitness expert has stressed the importance of children pursuing healthy lifestyles.
Last chance to sign up for Parish Walk
It’s your last chance to sign up for this year’s Manx Telecom Parish Walk.
Inquest into death of man found in car adjourned
The inquest into the death of a man found in a burning car in Bride was opened and adjourned yesterday.
Zac Hall declines political offers again
Onchan MHK Zac Hall remains the only politician not to accept a departmental position in Allan Bell’s administration.
System to target money laundering introduced
A new simplified system has been introduced geared toward combating money laundering and terrorist financing.
No basking shark sightings this year
Poor weather and rough seas have been blamed for no basking shark sightings so far this year.
Chance to join Mensa
People on the Isle of Man are being offered the chance to have their IQ tested.
Construction worker suffered skull fracture
A construction worker who was killed while at work died from crush injuries to his head and body.
Shop window damaged
Police are appealing for information after a window was smashed at an interior design shop in Ramsey.
10 year old airlifted to UK after collision
A ten-year-old boy has been airlifted to Alder Hey after a serious road traffic collision last night.
No plans for a national speed limit says Minister
There are no plans to introduce a national speed limit on the Isle of Man.
Paintings stolen from Peel Cathedral
Two original paintings have been stolen from an art exhibition in Peel.
Corkish's 'heavy heart' over tourism move
MLC Geoff Corkish says it will be with a heavy heart that he leaves his post as a member for tourism.
Big TT tidy up to start this weekend
A campaign to clean up the Isle of Man in time for the TT Races will begin this weekend.
Curators to identify unusual antiques and objects
A call has gone out for the public to bring their unusual antiques and family heirlooms to the iMusuem.
Bear Grylls to visit the Island
British adventurer Bear Grylls will be making a flying visit to the Island this weekend.
Young carers recognised at conference
A conference is being held today to recognise the hard work and sacrifices made by young carers on the Island.
Police officers to be honoured today
Police officers will be honoured today at the annual Chief Constable’s Awards Ceremony.
Inflation rate stays steady
Inflation has held at the same rate for the second consecutive month.
Police name rider killed on Mountain Road
Police have named the rider who was killed in a road traffic collision on Sunday.
Police appeal after disturbance in Peel
Police in Peel are appealing for witnesses after a disturbance in the town which resulted in a man receiving injuries to his hands.
Work underway on Douglas master plan
Work is at an early stage on producing a ‘master plan’ for Douglas town centre.
Thieves steal laptop
Police are asking the public to be vigilant to anyone selling a laptop following a burglary.
MHK calls for car park clarification
An MHK is calling for more clarification on government’s decision to purchase a car park in Douglas as part of the Sefton Group rescue package.
Child impaled on metal bar after fall
Fire crews were called into action on Friday after a child impaled himself on a metal bar.
Island to get new look police force
The Isle of Man could get a new look police force.
Man charged after drugs bust
A 31-year-old man has been charged with four serious drug offences following a drugs bust yesterday.
Judgement error to blame for Ben-my-Chree crash
The Steam Packet Company says it believes an “error of judgement” was to blame for the Ben-my-Chree crashing.
Sefton deal to be reviewed by Economic Committee
A review will be carried out by the Economic Committee into government's support for the Sefton Group.
Cocaine and ecstasy haul seized by police
Police have taken around £20,000 worth of drugs off the Island's streets.
Genetics study heading to the Island
A major scientific study to determine the differences in people’s genetic makeup is heading to the Isle of Man.
Police investigate assault in Ramsey
Police in Ramsey are seeking witnesses to an incident in the town on Tuesday evening.
Thief steals wedding flowers
Police are urgently appealing for information after a thief stole wedding flowers from a church.
Sefton's unpaid tax bill private says Minister
The Treasury Minister has refused to reveal how much the Sefton Group owes in unpaid tax and national insurance.
Ben-my-Chree being repaired after collision
Emergency repair work is being carried out on the Ben-my-Chree after it collided with the linkspan in Douglas last night.
FATCA stance to be talking point at G8
The Island’s inclusion and endorsement of the FATCA tax exchange pilot will be a major talking point at the upcoming G8 Summit.
MHK says Tesco will be at expense of local traders
An MHK says he’s still against the introduction of a Tesco in Castletown because it will be at the expense of local traders.
Government policy compromised says MHK
Government’s policy concerning the Economic Development Fund has been compromised following the Sefton Group bailout.
Jobs to go at meat plant
12 people are set to lose their jobs at the Island's meat plant.
Sefton will be held accountable says Minister
The Treasury Minister says the Sefton Group will be held accountable for a multi-million pound bailout deal.
MHKs need to see 'bigger picture'
The Chief Minister says politicians need to be more aware of the ‘bigger picture’.
Focus on tourism but no new developments planned
The tourism industry is a key part of the economy and is a major area of growth.
Some Sefton employees not Manx workers
A number of Sefton Group employees, who government said were one of the main reasons for the company’s bailout, are not Manx workers.
Highways director concerned about road network
The director of highways has admitted he’s concerned about the long-term condition of Manx roads.
Car causes damage in village
Police are appealing for witnesses after a car damaged a wall and lampost after a road traffic collision.
Minister to be quizzed over Sefton vote
The Social Care Minister will be quizzed today about why he excused himself from a Council of Ministers vote on the Sefton bailout.
Race to improve roads for TT
Work is underway to ensure the Island's roads are ready to cope with the thousands of people expected to visit for the TT fortnight in a month's time.
Packed House of Keys question paper
There’s a packed question paper in today’s House of Keys sitting with 35 questions tabled for answer.
DEFA Minister to go before committee
The Environment, Food and Agriculture Minister will be quizzed in front of a Tynwald standing committee tomorrow.
Chief Minister angry at Sefton criticism
The Chief Minister says it is “disgusting” that some politicians have accused the Sefton bailout deal of being back handed
Sefton failure would have been 'earthquake' for economy
The Chief Minister says the failure of the Sefton Group would be like an ‘earthquake’ in the local economy.
DHSS landlord rule is fair says Minister
The Social Care Minister says he will try to calm the nerves of those who have reacted angrily to the proposed Landlord and Tenants Bill.
Malicious website attack not uncommon
A malicious attack on the government website on Friday was not 'uncommon'.
Appeal for driver to come forward
Police are appealing for a driver to come forward after a collision at the Quarterbridge Roundabout.
900 Beach Buddies help improve Island
A local beach cleaning group has recruited more than 900 volunteers in its mission to help clean up the Island’s beaches.
Castletown MHK uncomfortable with Sefton decision
A Castletown MHK says he is uncomfortable about government’s decision to bail out the Sefton Group.
Changes to home care on the way
The Department of Social Care has issued a Prior Information Notice ahead of introducing radical changes to the way home care is provided.
New road safety campaign launched
A new campaign to keep motorists safe on the Mountain Road has been launched.
Douglas Council defends pay rises
The leader of Douglas Council has defended the decision to give councillors a pay rise insisting they are different from other local authorities.
Development proposals for cathedral
A major proposal has been unveiled for Peel’s St German’s Cathedral which will endeavour to see the area undergo significant development.
Addiction service well set to cope
Addiction service Motiv8 has reassured the public that it's well set up to cope with people seeking drug counselling and advice.
Warning to dog owners after lamb is killed
Police have issued a reminder to dog owners about keeping their pets under control.
Bright future for Island's space industry
The Isle of Man is a global leader in the space industry.
New bid to protect animals nearing extinction
An Island organisation wants to create a facility to ensure the survival of many breeds of animals nearing extinction.
OFT warns of faulty dishwashers
A warning has gone out from the Office of Fair Trading about a series of faulty dishwashers.
Rival hotel group says 'no' to future investment
Sleepwell Hotels say there is “little rationale” for investing any more money into its hotels on the Isle of Man.
Job loss threats are 'scaremongering'
The Chief Minister has been accused of “scaremongering” in light of a deal to help the struggling Sefton Group.
Measles warning ahead of TT
There's concern that the influx of visitors for the TT festival could bring about a measles outbreak on the Island.
Sefton situation not a first says Chief Minister
Government has stepped in before to help local businesses survive difficult times.
Shared equity scheme could be on the cards
A shared equity scheme that would benefit first time buyers and boost the housing economy could be introduced on the Isle of Man.
Four to contest Douglas West seat
Four people are to stand for election in Douglas West.
Regeneration in Douglas pressing ahead
Regeneration work to transform Douglas town centre is said to be progressing well.
Heated debate in Keys over Sefton bailout
The Chief Minister has defended government’s decision to bail out the Sefton Group in the House of Keys today.
Planning application submitted for marine site
A planning application has been submitted to transform the old Marine Biological Station in Port Erin.
Chief Minister to defend Sefton deal
Liberal Vannin leader Peter Karran has tabled a question of urgent public importance for today’s House of Keys sitting.
Overloaded socket causes garage fire
Fire crews were called to a garage fire in Onchan yesterday which was caused by an overloaded plug socket.
Sefton deal is ill-judged and unfair says MHK
An MHK has slammed government’s decision to bail out the Sefton Group calling it ill-judged and fundamentally unfair.
New Robin Gibb stamps to launch tomorrow
The Island will pay tribute to Bee Gee star Robin Gibb tomorrow with the launch of a new set of stamps.
Farmers to get fence funding
Farmers who have suffered damage to their fencing due to the heavy snowfall last month are being offered financial help.
Air traffic rises by six per cent
The number of people travelling to and from the Island by air has increased by six per cent in the last month.
Leaflet campaign to highlight sensible drinking
A new leaflet campaign is endeavouring to encourage sensible drinking and stop an alcohol misuse problem on the Island.
Treasury Minister defends Sefton rescue package
The Treasury Minister says government’s rescue package for the Sefton Group should allow the company to move out of troubling times and continue to flourish.
One arrested after fishing vessel incident
Police are appealing for witnesses after an altercation on a fishing boat in Ramsey.
Tourism contribution shouldn't be overlooked
The contribution that the tourism industry makes to the Isle of Man’s economy should not be overlooked.
Pulrose Road to reopen
One of the main routes into Douglas will reopen today.
Pinewood deal paying off says Minister
A decision to invest millions of pounds in a British film studio is paying off.
"No brainer" not to increase attendance allowance
Ramsey Commissioners say a decision not to increase attendance allowances for members is a “no brainer”.
Hope G4S staff could find new employment
The Department of Home Affairs says it’s hopeful that G4S staff can find alternative employment after the company lost the prison contract.
Farmers question sustainability as MHK calls for new vision
Farmers are questioning the sustainability of the agricultural industry on the Isle of Man.
Positive year ahead for Ramsey
The Chairman of Ramsey Town Commissioners is predicting a positive year ahead for the town – despite economic pressures.
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