Manx delegation headed to China
A delegation from the Isle of Man is en-route to China to try and build relationships with the world’s second largest economy.
Council corrects 'misleading' comments after queries
‘Misleading’ comments have led to concerns that local authority tenants are not paying enough rent.
International Women's Day marked on the Island
The Island is marking International Women's Day today - as part of a worldwide campaign.
Perspective needed over power price rise
The Chief Minister says he does understand why the public feel they are paying for past mistakes within the Manx Electricity Authority.
Legislation to make job market more competitive
The Economic Development Minister has allayed fears that a revamped workers' bill will make the Island’s job market more competitive.
V for Victory in anti-smoking push
With just under 20 per cent of the Island’s adult population smoking - there will be a push to kick the habit once and for all next week.
Hospice ranks 12th in Sunday Times awards
Hospice Isle of Man has been ranked 12th in the Sunday Times 100 Best Not-For-Profit Places to Work.
Motorist cut from vehicle after road crash
Firefighters have cut a motorist out of a vehicle following a road traffic collision this afternoon.
DCCL wins long running dispute with bus drivers
The long running dispute between bus drivers and the Department of Community, Culture and Leisure has concluded.
Woman left injured following incident
Police are appealing for information after an incident left a woman injured and needing hospital treatment.
Peel Road needs area to be re-laid due to problem with tarmac
Despite months of works on Peel Road part of the newly constructed highway will have to be re-laid.
Onchan Commissioners criticise waste management consultation
Government is trying to divert attention from its own failings and attempting to use ratepayer funds as a ‘piggy bank’.
Motorist cut from vehicle following collision
Firefighters had to cut a motorist from their vehicle yesterday morning after a collision in Colby.
Significant staff sickness reduction within government
Almost £1 million has been saved thanks to a reduction in the time that government employees spend being off sick.
Local mother refutes OFT holiday cost claims
A mother has hit out against the Office of Fair Trading after it claimed Islanders are winning the battle of school holiday costs.
Raft of car parking questions tabled for House of Keys
The thorny issue of car parking will come under the spotlight in the House of Keys next week.
Former DCCL Minister wanted 'slimmed down' government
Former DCCL Minister Graham Cregeen says he had been a long time campaigner for the very initiative that saw him lose his ministerial position.
DEFA to ask for £1.6m for Meat Plant refurbishment
Tynwald will be asked to approve a major spending exercise for the refurbishment of the Meat Plant later this month.
Investigation finds Island's children's services 'weak'
Children’s services on the Isle of Man have been branded ‘adequate’ and ‘weak’.
Man suffers smoke inhilation after house fire
Paramedics treated a man for the effects of smoke inhalation last night following a house fire.
Public have their say on MEA price increase
Members of the public have reacted angrily to the news that electricity prices in the Island are rising next month.
Work permit system to be updated
The Island’s work permit system is set for an overhaul.
Isle of Man details of Queen’s Baton Relay announced
Details have been announced for the Isle of Man leg of The Queen’s Baton Relay.
Met Office record second wettest winter on record
The last year has seen some of most extreme and damaging weather in the Isle of Man’s history.
MEA chairman says price hike was unavoidable
Government can’t keep pumping money into the Island’s utilities to stop people’s energy bills rising.
Concerns raised over decision to axe dog warden
Concerns over the short term provision of care for stray and abandoned dogs have been raised by the MSPCA.
Island praised for Philippines typhoon donation
Philippines Ambassador to the UK has expressed "profound thanks" to the Isle of Man for it's crisis aid efforts.
Electricity prices to rise
Electricity prices on the Island are rising.
Fencing damage described as 'gross stupidity'
Deliberate damage to safety fencing on the Tholt-y-Will Road has been described as ‘gross stupidity’.
Mining for gas in Manx waters could happen soon
Testing to determine whether or not to mine for gas in the Isle of Man's territorial waters may take place soon.
Child day care centre care quality to be reviewed
The Department of Social Care is to cast a critical eye over the quality of care provided in child day care centres.
David Cretney says he will not miss Council of Ministers
After nearly 18 years of unbroken Ministerial service David Cretney says he will not miss the Council of Ministers.
Viral infection similar to mumps doing the rounds
People who are displaying symptoms of mumps have been urged to stay at home to stop the illness spreading.
Policy and Reform role explained
The role of the Island’s new Policy and Reform Minister will ‘evolve over time’.
Yellow fever vaccines available once again
Island travellers who need the yellow fever vaccine can now get it through the Department of Health.
What will happen if you don't pay the toilet tax?
Questions over what will happen if people don’t pay the new ‘toilet tax’ have been raised by MHKs.
Larch disease spread currently 'under control'
Work to control the spread of larch disease on the Isle of Man is proving successful.
MHK's have clear idea what should fill old prison site
The two MHKs for North Douglas say they have a clear idea of what they’d like to see fill the old Victoria Road prison site.
Reshuffle should bring 'fresh ideas to government'
Changing the Council of Minister’s line up is an attempt to inject new energy and fresh ideas into government.
New Infrastructure Minister approaches post with 'trepidation'
Outgoing Infrastructure Minister David Cretney says he understands why he’s been replaced – marking the end of nearly 18 years as a government minister.
Optimistic outlook for 2014's housing market, says expert
The Island’s housing market looks optimistic for the year ahead according to a local estate agent.
Islander's winning battle of school holiday costs
Paying more for holidays during school holiday time is unfair – but Islanders have it better than England.
Bike shop targeted by vandals again
Witnesses are being sought after a rock was thrown through a window of a bike shop in Douglas.
New Health Minister ready for challenging times ahead
The new man in charge of Health and Social Care has admitted he has his “work cut out”.
Police search for hit and run offender
Police are hunting for a driver who is believed to have caused two hit and run road traffic collisions on Sunday.
Chief Minister reveals reshuffled CoMIN
Three government ministers have been relegated to the backbenches following a shake up of the Council of Ministers.
Inquest opened after elderly man dies
The inquest into the death of an elderly man who died following a house fire was opened this morning.
Local stab victim relieved court ordeal is over
A man from Douglas who was stabbed repeatedly at a music concert in Dublin says he feels justice has been done.
Public to have their say on GCSE changes
Members of the public have been invited to discuss changes to the GCSE system.
Treasury Minister questions amount spent on legal aid
Too much money is being spent on providing legal aid for court cases on the Isle of Man.
Care and upbringing of children under spotlight this week
A Tynwald committee will hear more evidence in relation to the care and upbringing of children this week.
Reshuffle announcement due today
It's anticipated the Chief Minister will announce his new look ministerial line up this afternoon.
Process begins to redevelop old prison site
A consultation has started to determine the future use of the old Victoria Road prison site.
Construction industry given much needed boost
The construction industry has received a timely boost thanks to the development of a number of properties for wealthy individuals.
Experts offer advice to first time Parish Walkers
Parish Walk entrants got top tips from experienced competitors and coaches at an event this week.
Island strengthens ties with Switzerland
Building positive relationships with Switzerland could prove beneficial to the Island going forward.
CoMIN reshuffle expected next week
The new-look Council of Ministers line up should be revealed early next week.
Waste management system 'needs to change'
Debate and discussion on the future of waste management is welcome, according to the Department of Infrastructure.
Treasury website will improve transparency
Taxpayers will be able to see more clearly how their money is being spent thanks to a new website.
Police investigate major oil theft
Over 500 litres of heating oil has been stolen from an oil tank on Glen Mooar Road in St Johns.
Speaker condemns MHK's 'damaging' comments
Speaker of the House of Keys, Steve Rodan, has warned MHK’s to think of the implications their public comments carry.
Port Erin man dies following house fire
An elderly man who was taken to hospital following a fire at his home in Port Erin has died.
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