Average bed occupancy at Noble's Hospital has fallen since 2023.
That's according to figures released by Health Minister Claire Christian, in response to a Tynwald question for written reply from Onchan MHK Julie Edge.
However, the number of patients waiting for a bed in A&E has continued to climb year on year since 2021.
Five years ago, just over one patient on average was waiting in the Emergency Department - that's now risen to more than four this year.
King's Baton Relay gets underway today
The King's Baton Relay is touring the Island ahead of the Commonwealth Games this summer.
Cavendish given honour of opening Le Mans race
Sir Mark Cavendish has waved the flag to officially open the Le Mans 24 hour race in France.
Cruise ship visiting today
A cruise ship with more than 160 people aboard is stopping off in Douglas today.
Manxman returns to normal service after 'technical issue' fix
The Steam Packet says the technical issue which caused disruption with the Manxman earlier in the week has now been fixed.
Masterplan for Island's biggest park on display today
A consultation event about the biggest park in the Island's capital takes place today.
Charity wants your old bike leathers
An Island charity is asking for your old bike leathers - so it can help train medics on how to cut them off safely.
Five Island residents honoured by King Charles
Five Island residents have been recognised in the Kings birthday honours list.
Local authority to ban feeding wild birds
Feeding the birds in the south of the Island could be about to get very expensive - as commissioners consider bringing in new byelaws.
