Isle of Man News

The Island's Ferry Terminal in Liverpool has won a UK architecture award.

An MHK will quiz Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood about rent deposits in the House of Keys next week.

The health minister says her LinkedIn account has been hacked.

A Tynwald committee will hear evidence from education bosses next week as it looks into opportunities for young people.

The chief minister says it's important Manx police keep working with their British counterparts.

Registrations for the Parish Walk will open next week.

Manx Care says it's holding a special drop-in clinic for HIV testing next week.

There'll be murder on the dance floor in the Villa next July!

Police say you haven't won the lottery - and shouldn't fall for a scam!

The Steam Packet's announced this evening's ferries will set off on time.

A special plaque has been unveiled for an Island man who lost his life defusing Russian explosives in Ukraine.

A cat who underwent lifesaving surgery after the public donated thousands of pounds has found a new home.

Time's running out if you'd like to join the Island's planning committee.

Braddan commissioners say a programme to tackle problem trees in the area will have to wait until next year.

An MHK's hit out at the government over a meeting about a care home. 

Police say the first person caught after they launched an annual Christmas drink-drive campaign has been banned from the roads for three years.

TT legend Michael Dunlop has made history by being named MCN's Rider of the Year for the third time in a row.

An MHK will ask about tightening up the Island's immigration rules when the House of Keys sits next week.

More than 250 Santas have already signed up to take part in one of the Island's best-loved races.

The government's launched a consultation which it says will improve how public finances are scrutinised.

An MHK will push for any government reports into the Island's oil, gas and coal deposits to be published.

A charity's given a first glimpse of a new cancer centre as it prepares to open next year.

Has the government brought in any of the recommendations from the Island's review of its handling of the pandemic?

Fancy owning a real street sweeper?

The Island's chief minister met with the head of the UK's Ministry of Justice this week.

Manx athletes will be heading to India for the 2030 Commonwealth Games.

A new chain hotel planned for Douglas has applied for planning permission for illuminated signs.

Bookings are now available for one of the Island's most popular festive attractions.

The Steam Packet company says two of its sailings later this week may be at risk of disruption.

An MHK wants to know how much a government U-turn over benefits and pensions payments will cost.

The government has pointed out again it doesn't process illegal immigrants, after another Freedom of Information request on the subject.

The Department of Infrastructure doesn't currently have enough money to resurface Castletown's main streets.

A busy section of the TT course will close for two days next weekend.

New 20mph speed limits will be up for discussion when Port St Mary commissioners meet next week.

The Island could be up for a wet and windy few days, according to forecasters.

There are no plans for to paint road markings in Manx in new 20mph zones. 

The Department of Home Affairs says an exercise has simulated a major incident on the roads. 

An event tomorrow will help newcomers to the Island settle in and meet new friends.

Over £300,000 has been spent by the police on tackling youth crime in a year.

A botanical garden in Santon could get a new meeting room for its visitors, if planners approve new proposals.

The Department of Infrastructure says it can't give out details of its theory test contract with the Island's college because it's commercially sensitive.

The Island's diocese has launched a new TikTok account featuring the bishop!

Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says government's assessing how measures announced by the UK chancellor today will affect the Island.

Strix chief executive Mark Bartlett says he'll step down from the post next year.

The Proclaimers will be playing in Douglas next year.

An employment tribunal's found an ambulance worker wasn't discriminated against, harassed or constructively dismissed by Manx Care.

Police are warning people not to fall victim to crime over the festive season. 

A gas leak means a busy road in Onchan will be one-way for a week.

A local authority's issued a stern warning about parking. 

A special government drop-in session will be held today for people on benefits or pensions who don't have bank accounts.

More traffic calming could be brought in if signs alone don't slow motorists in new 20mph zones. 

A public meeting to oppose the introduction of digital IDs will be held in Douglas this week.

Police say they're pleased with the results of an operation to test how well hotels safeguard against child exploitation.

Charities in the south of the Island can apply for funding next month from a scheme involving the civic amenity site.

The Island's Cyber Security Centre is warning people about Black Friday scams this week.

Culture Vannin's submitted a planning application for a redevelopment of its headquarters in St John's.

A Ramsey commissioner is urging people to have their say on planned flood defences for the town.

The justice minister says she isn't able to predict the impact proposed 20mph limits will have on speeding offences.

An MHK says if you see a problem on the road, you should report it.

Should the government extend payments for shared parental leave to the self-employed?

The Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice tonight, Tuesday, November 25.

The Clerk of Arbory and Rushen Commissioners, Phil Gawne, has announced he's retiring.

A historic house in Castletown is on the market with a price tag of just over £6.8 million.

Tynwald is to discuss a petition demanding all supermarkets be forced to buy, supply and promote Manx produce.

Have you lost a fluffy cat outside Police Headquarters?

The Island is set to get 48 visits from cruise ships next year.

The Department of Infrastructure says it doesn't know how much the Liverpool ferry terminal has cost - and giving estimates could mislead the public.

Laxey star Samantha Barks has thanked fans for their response to her UK tour.

The fastest woman around the TT course has been showing off her action skills - as a movie stunt rider!

A former restaurant in the west of the Island could become a takeaway selling Manx produce, if planners give the green light.

The government says 477 people responded to its public consultation on plans for an offshore windfarm. 

Onchan commissioners say they're on the lookout for land and properties to meet the district's housing needs.

The House of Keys sits later today, with five proposed new laws and 14 questions up for discussion.

A yellow weather warning for ice remains in place this morning.

Students at Ballakermeen High School have raised £2,500 for the RNLI.

Rushen MHK Juan Watterson has asked for an update on health care for Island residents who travel abroad.

A tradesman's been awarded a payout in an employment tribunal after being paid less than minimum wage.

Manx Care is asking for your nominations for this year's healthcare heroes.

How much have plans for a windfarm cost Manx Utilities so far?

The Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for frost and ice later.

Police say they've found a missing Welsh man who arrived on the Island at the weekend.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says it can't respond to a Freedom of Information request about a campsite in the south of the Island because it's under investigation.

Michael Commissioners will hold a public meeting about rates tonight.

Plans for work on the Balthane roundabout in Ballasalla will be raised in the House of Keys this week.

TT stars were out in force at the weekend - as a Laxey motorsport ace tied the knot!

One of the Steam Packet's ferries has featured in a hit American vampire drama.

Police are urging people to come forward after a crash in Foxdale.

A popular festive attraction in Onchan will be built this week.

MHKs could vote to strip the Bishop of their vote in Tynwald this week.

Police are appealing for information after a crash outside the airport yesterday.

Tynwald's Public Accounts Committee says it's rescheduled two hearings about healthcare funding.

An MHK has asked how much the government makes from parking tickets.

Ramsey commissioners are inviting businesses and other organisations to get involved in its annual festive celebrations this year.

An energy efficiency scheme for Manx homes, due last month, will now be introduced next year.

Inflation is reported as being the most common concern among Manx businesses.  

Tynwald's backed new reforms which government says will simplify the planning system.

Fancy celebrating Christmas while raising money for old working horses? 

The fire service is warning people about the risks of festive fires as Christmas approaches.

Douglas Council says it wants your views as it considers improvements to the capital's biggest park.

Tynwald's approved changes to laws which mean more people will be eligible for jury service.

The Mountain Road is due to be inspected this morning after days of closures.

An MHK wants to know what progress has been made on plans to resurface a town's two main streets. 

Port Erin Commissioners are looking to rent the town's bowling green for £400 per year to the Breagle Glen Bowling Club.

Legislation which the government says will modernise the education system will be introduced to the House of Keys next week.

The government says it's finished 35 out of 180 potential cost-saving measures.

Tynwald will be asked to approve changes to pension schemes for public sector workers when it sits in December.

A Bill to recognise the capital's new city status will go before the Legislative Council next week.

3FM's Santa's Little Helpers charity drive is back this year.

Braddan commissioners are urging people to come forward with information after a fly-tipping incident on one of the Island's most picturesque roads.

Two Island companies have teamed up to produce a festive treat.

A UK newspaper is looking for your stories about Manx wallabies.

The Department of Infrastructure says the Mountain Road will stay shut for the rest of today.

The government's to hold a special drop-in session for people on benefits or pensions who don't have bank accounts.

The Department for Enterprise says it'll take another 10 months to bring in changes to the Island's work permit system.

Public health officials are warning people to prepare to flu season.

Commissioners in the south of the Island say they'll hold a drop-in session for people to find out more about proposed 20mph speed limits.

The Steam Packet Company has released its timetables for next year, with three vessels running a regular schedule of sailings.

Ramsey will be the next town to switch on its Christmas lights this evening, after Douglas yesterday.

Firefighters say nobody was hurt during a kitchen fire in Douglas yesterday.

A yellow weather warning is in place this morning with sub-zero temperatures overnight around the Island.

Your child could win the chance to switch on a village's Christmas lights!

New health passports are among changes planned to improve health services for people with learning disabilities.

Douglas may be the first, but it's certainly not the last when it comes to switching on its Christmas lights! 

The government says it spent 62 per cent of its money on the Island last year.

The government's spent £45,000 on funding the Southern Swimming Pool this year.

A local woman's raised over £1,200 for the Great North Air Ambulance Service while she recovered from surgery.

The government's spent over £50,000 on carbon literacy training since the project started two years ago.

The Department of Infrastructure's confirmed the Mountain Road will stay shut until tomorrow lunchtime, Friday, November 21.

The police are warning using Artificial Intelligence to make sexualised images of people is now a criminal offence.

A sweet treat business is counting down to opening its new location in time for Christmas!

Tynwald's unanimously voted to extend the MiCard system for another six months.

A woman's had her employment tribunal against a Peel café thrown out.

The Mountain Road and Tholt-y-Will roads will remain closed for another day.

How much has the government spent on tackling youth crime?

An Island charity which provides essentials to those who can't afford them is recruiting.

Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood will face a string of questions about new speed limits in Douglas and Onchan when the House of Keys sits next week.

The Department for Enterprise says TT visitors spent an average of £1,015 each during this year's festival.

In another first for the Isle of Man, 3FM has today launched a Christmas pop-up station, 3FM Christmas for the festive season!

A debate into the future of benefits payments for people who don't have bank accounts will continue today.

Lloyds Banking Group says it'll stop offering car loans to Island customers.

Temporary traffic lights won't be put out on the coast road until after rush hour this morning. 

Douglas gets in the festive mood tonight, with the first of the Island's Christmas lights switch-on events.

A new film starring a Kirk Michael resident will be released in the New Year.

Police are warning against speeding as Road Safety Week continues.

The Education Minister says substantial progress has been made on the design of the new Castle Rushen High School.

Plans for Ramsey harbour's flood defence scheme will go on display next week.

If you're doing your Christmas shopping in the capital, there'll be free parking for you.

Over a quarter of the energy imported from the UK last year was classified as green.

The Island's health minister says the Island's GPs each have far fewer patients on average than their UK counterparts.

An award-winning pub in the North has reopened.

The Department of Infrastructure says the Mountain Road will remain closed for the rest of today.

The Steam Packet Company says continuing work at Liverpool Ferry Terminal means its sailings will divert again this weekend.

A government minister says more than 650 residents are getting more in benefits than they would on minimum wage.

The Island's Information Commissioner has told a government department to review its decision on a Freedom of Information request about racist language.

The Steam Packet Company says a crossing will be half an hour late today as it catches up following two cancellations yesterday.

Do you know of an athlete, team or coach who deserves recognition? 

Ronaldsway Met Office says freezing conditions are here to stay this week.

More than 400 government employees have completed their carbon literacy training. 

A woman who lost her mum to cancer is tackling a marathon in Italy next year to raise money for Hospice Isle of Man.

Bus Vannin's warning some of its services are running behind this morning.

A road in the west of the Island will be closed today to allow for the removal of dangerous trees. 

Island actor Joe Locke is in the running for an award for his role in hit TV drama Heartstopper.

Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston says young people don't feel this year's minimum wage rise will make it harder for them to find work.

Police say half the cars they stopped in an operation to see how many were ready for winter had problems.

A yellow weather warning for ice remains in place today with sub-zero temperatures across much of  the Island.

Freezing conditions means the Mountain Road is currently closed.

A high street building in Ramsey is up for sale - containing a shop and apartment.

A festive fundraiser for Hospice Isle of Man has already raised more than £22,000 - and there's still over two weeks until it takes place!

The Island's air ambulance service is asking relatives to remember to bring photo ID if their loved ones are flown for treatment across.

Fancy designing a Christmas card for the police?

Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says discussions are still taking place to help those without bank accounts when benefits and pension payments go electronic next year.

Two ferry sailings overnight have been cancelled

Tynwald has failed to pass the Area Plan for the North and West.

Agriculture Minister Clare Barber says her department is meeting with the Island's vets.

Manx Care's paid out more than a million pounds in clinical negligence claims since it was set up four and a half years ago.

A local authority has scaled back its plans to develop a park in the south of the Island.

Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning about freezing weather overnight.

The government says benefit claimants and pensioners without a bank account can contact it about a payment exception service.

Two ferry sailings overnight could be facing disruption.

Police are highlighting new laws which outlaw revenge porn on the Island.

A consultation into plans for the Island's first ever offshore windfarm closes today.

A retired nurse from Licolnshire chose Port Erin to move to yesterday - when Escape to the Country aired its first ever Manx episode.

Tynwald will sit this morning, with 21 questions on the order paper to be discussed by politicians. 

The government's Public Services Commission says it doesn't hold financial accounts for the Western Civic Amenity Site.

A Manx TT star is launching his own racing team inspired by the coffee brand he owns.

An MLC will ask the government to speed up its plans to make sure nobody goes without a roof over their head.

There's still a chance to have your say about proposals for the Island's first offshore windfarm.

An Island movie star will be honoured by one of the cities that played a part in one of his most iconic roles.

The Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice patches.

There's been an incident of fly tipping outside the crematorium.

The most and least punctual bus routes on the Island have been released by Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood.

Bus drivers will be considering their next move this week, after voting to take industrial action.

A stretch of road in the north of the Island will be shut today for repairs to a telegraph pole.

A legacy lap during next year's TT festival is to be led by women for the first time.

A craft shop in Ramsey says it'll close its doors for good next month.

One of the Island's oldest charities will hold its first distribution of the year this week.

Fancy living in a former home of the Bee Gees?

Police are reminding people not to use their mobile phones behind the wheel.

Buses in Willaston will be diverted this week as roadworks get underway.

Firefighters say reports of a blaze on the Calf of Man at the weekend turned out to be something unexpected.