There have been 69 assaults on medical staff in the last 12 months.
The figures were confirmed in response to a written question in Tynwald yesterday.
Douglas South MHK Kate Beecroft asked Health and Social Care Minister how many assaults there had been in each of the last 12 months, broken down by ward.
Mr Ashford revealed there have been 4 incidents concerning doctors, but 69 regarding all clinical staff.
Mystery after oily birds found in Peel
An Island charity says it hopes this will be the year authorities find the source of oil contaminating birds in the west of the Island.
Laxey move announced for well-known jewellers
A landmark business in Douglas says it's moving out of the capital after more than three decades.
Island boxer to donate fight proceeds to homeless children
The Island's most famous professional boxer has announced a warm-up fight against a former world title challenger later this month.
Your plaice or mine? None next year, say scientists!
A leading scientific forum says no plaice should be caught in the waters around the Isle of Man next year.
Creamery director calls time on a grate career
The managing director of the Isle of Man Creamery has announced he is standing down.
New video warns drivers de-restricted doesn’t mean no rules
A new video explaining the Isle of Man's de-restricted roads has been released by motoring community Petrolheadonism.
Education review praises schools but identifies four areas for improvement
Four key areas for improvement have been identified in an independent review of education on the Isle of Man.
Infrastructure Minister says major roadworks are coordinated
Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall says major roadworks aren't done in isolation by his department.
