The number of spying warrants granted to police more than doubled over the past year, according to the Interception of Communications Commissioner.
Steven Coren is due to present his annual report to Tynwald when it sits later this month.
In it, he says 134 new warrants were issued in 2023 - up from 61 the previous year.
He says after reviewing the applications, the rise reflects a planned and proportionate increase in law enforcement.
Vegan beauty salon up for sale
The owners of the Island's first vegan beauty salon say they're selling up.
Committee says more housing needed for young people
A Tynwald committee says the government needs to provide more housing for young people who can't find private rental accommodation.
Half of broken defibs now working
The Island's ambulance service says half of the Island's defibrillators which had been out of order are now working again.
Cider microbrewery planned for Ballasalla
Ballasalla could be getting a new microbrewery, if planners give the go-ahead.
Covid wrongful arrest and torture claims thrown out by court
A man suing the chief constable and attorney general over his arrest and acquittal over an alleged Covid gathering on Laxey beach has seen 22 of his claims thrown out by a court.
Tree fellers to close part of TT course on Thursday
A section of the TT course will close for much of tomorrow while trees are felled.
Manx Utilities wants contractors for HQ refurb
Manx Utilities says it's looking for contractors as it prepares to refurbish its headquarters.
Business needed for Peel coffee shop's 'new chapter'
A coffee shop in Peel says it's looking for a business to share its premises.
