Organisers should postpone today’s events - government

Government says organisers of events today should postpone them.

People are also being advised to avoid household mixing, staying home where possible, and not to visit a Health and Care setting unless absolutely necessary.

It comes following the news nine new cases of COVID-19 have been detected in the Isle of Man -  Six of which relate to the recently identified cluster, one  is an individual already self-isolating following travel but the two remaining cases cannot as yet be explained, indicating there may a low level of community spread of the virus.

The Mannin Cancers support red ball is due to be held this evening. 

A press briefing is scheduled for 3pm by the Chief Minister.