There are no plans to introduce heavier sentences on those committing racially-charged offences.
That's according to Home Affairs Minister Bill Malarkey, who faced questions from Ramsey MHK Lawrie Hooper in Tynwald yesterday.
Mr Hooper asked if the department plans to allow harsher punishments for those who commit racially-motivated crimes.
Mr Malarkey said although currently there aren't any proposals to change sentencing law, it will be added to the list of issues to be considered.
Lord street cinema, flats and shops plans put back
A huge redevelopment of the former Lord Street Bus Station will be discussed again by planners later this month.
MHK queries road's safety record
Crashes on a road in the south of the Island will be raised in the House of Keys this week.
Douglas bakery up for sale!
One of the Island's best-known bakeries is up for sale.
45 babies born last month
More boys than girls were born here last month, according to the Island's maternity unit.
Part of TT course shuts from today
Work on the TT course means a road closure in the west of the Island this week.
Ice cream firm faces "diabetic" ban on packaging
An Island ice cream company says it's been banned from using the word "diabetic" on its packaging.
Roadworks mean temporary speed limits on TT course
The Department of Infrastructure says there'll be temporary speed limits on parts of the TT course next week.
Bushy's unveils this year's TT t-shirt
The countdown to TT is now firmly on, with the unveiling of this year's Bushy's TT t-shirt!
