The Domestic Abuse Act 2020 has now officially come into force, giving the police and courts new powers.
The government says the act provides 'better protections for victims from all forms of abuse.'
Under the new legislation, financial or mental abuse, and coercive or controlling behaviour are now also offences, as well as physical abuse.
More information can be found on the government's Domestic Abuse webpage.
Circus-themed free event for kids at Abbey
Manx National Heritage are holding a "Little People’s Picnic" this weekend.
How much time are people getting at their GP appointments?
An MHK wants to know how long a patient gets at their GP appointment.
The Island's got a new top poet
The 11th Manx Bard has been inaugurated.
Island has no asylum seekers, says government
The government says there are no asylum seekers on the Island - because people can't claim asylum here.
Roads to stay open today with no MGP contingency session
Roads will remain open today as Manx Grand Prix organisers confirm a contingency session will not be used.
Two mums form special connection over organ donation
Two mums of donors and a transplant recipient have formed a 'very special bond' over organ donation.
Red flag ends racing
The rest of today's racing has been cancelled after a red flag incident.
Hay and grass fire 'malicious', say firefighters
Arsonists are thought to be responsible for a number of fires in the south of the Island which tied up fire crews for around three hours last night.
