Coronavirus has severely impacted the tourism sector and will take some time to recover.
That’s according to Enterprise Minister, Laurence Skelly MHK, who was asked about the financial impact COVID-19 is having on the industry at todays press briefing.
He’s added the launch of the new Business Capacity Scheme is designed to help companies involved in that trade.
Mr Skelly says the Island is ‘in a fight to protect lives and jobs’.
Law changes aimed at improving transparency on company ownership
The government's set out proposals aimed at making it easier to identify who owns and controls Island companies.
Bushy's is branching out into spirits
A Manx brewery is preparing to launch a new range of spirits this week.
Open day at new gym this weekend
A new gym in Douglas is opening its doors for the first time this weekend.
Businesses encouraged to have quiet hours for neurodivergent people
Businesses across the Island are being encouraged to introduce "quiet hours" in the wake of Autism Acceptance Month.
Chance of comeback for city centre takeaway
There's a chance a Douglas takeaway might get a new location and get back into business.
Workshop about neurodivergence in the workplace
A workshop about how businesses can support and benefit from neurodivergent employees will be held next week.
Island to host major shipping conference
A huge shipping conference will be held on the Island later this summer.
Regulator publishes info packs to prepare firms for MONEYVAL
The Financial Services Authority has published an info pack for companies to prepare for the Island's assessment by the European money laundering watchdog.
