Is the health service striving for too much legal power?
That's the question an MHK addressed in his speech to the House of Keys on the National Health and Care Service Bill 2016 this week.
If it's passed, parliamentary control is set to become fettered - enabling the DHSC to catalyse the greatest change since the service was set up in 1948.
The second reading of the Bill has now been approved by members. Douglas West MHK Chris Thomas explains why service users should get involved:
MHK sues attorney general and returning officer over election votes
A former Onchan MHK is suing the returning officer and the Island's Attorney General over September's election result.
Islanders reminded to keep challenging domestic abuse beyond October
The Isle of Man Government says it's now up to everyone to challenge harmful behaviours as Domestic Abuse Awareness Month comes to an end.
Peel fireworks kicks off the Island’s bonfire season this Friday
Peel will be getting the weekend off with a bang this Friday.
Yellow weather warning for coastal overtopping remains in force today
A yellow weather warning remains in place today for coastal overtopping.
Nominations open for 10 local authority by-elections
Nominations have now opened as the Island prepares for 10 by-election campaigns.
MHK wants answers on support for home-schooled children
What support is available to families who choose to home educate their children?
Weather warning for tonight and tomorrow
Forecasters say we can expect more coastal overtopping during the next two high tides.
Mountain Railway damaged by gales
One of the Island's historic railways will be out of action until at least Thursday.
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