The number of sexual offences on Island has increased by 18% over the past year.
According to the Chief Constable's Annual Report, the increase was driven by the number of people having the confidence to come forward.
A local sexual assault referral centre is expected to open next year, with predictions it will likely lead to a doubling in reports.
In 2021-22 there were 26 recorded rapes, ten of which remained under investigation at the end of the year.
Public sector pensions increase to be discussed in Tynwald
An order increasing public service pensions by 6.7 per cent will be laid before Tynwald's next sitting.
Minister to be questioned about city centre car park in HOK
A car park in the centre of Douglas will come under the spotlight next week.
Dispose of flammable materials in countryside properly, says Fire Service
The Island's Fire and Rescue Service is reminding people to be careful in the countryside as better weather approaches.
40 empty properties in Douglas at end of March
Douglas council had 40 empty properties at the end of March, according to its latest figures.
Airport post box being removed temporarily tomorrow
Isle of Man Post Office is giving customers a heads up about the temporary removal of a post box.
19 nurses awarded Nightingale badges for International Nurses Day
19 nurses have been given Nightingale badges to mark International Nurses Day.
Traffic lights off this morning at St Ninian's
Motorists are being urged to drive carefully this morning - because a busy crossroads will have its traffic lights turned off.
Father and son say goodbye to managing Douglas pub after 10 years
A pub in the centre of Douglas is to be managed by new owners.
