DEFA is increasing patrols at Christmas tree sites following an incident of vandalism and theft from a plantation.
It comes after a tree was damaged and stolen from Ballaugh plantation which officials say was one of a few earmarked for charities and local authorities on Island.
The department is now urging woodland visitors to report any suspicious activity.
It's added illegal activity like this can jeopardise the availability of trees for good causes in the future.
August fourth-warmest on record
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Emergency closure in place on quayside
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Passport services to move online
The government has announced applications for Isle of Man passports will be moving online in future.
Woman plans to ride 100 miles for charity
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Roadworks near Foxdale this week
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Postal vote deadline looms for those living abroad
If you live outside the British Isles and want to vote by post in this month's election, you have just hours to apply.
MP reveals more details of Whitehaven ferry proposals
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Council wishes Bee Gee happy 80th birthday
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