Tynwald has unanimously approved plans to drastically reduce single use plastic across government.
Environment, Food and Agriculture Minister Geoffrey Boot presented the scheme, in the hopes of ending unnecessary use by January 2021.
The plans include an immediate action plan - targeting prohibiting balloon releases and minimising plastic at events.
It'll include single use straws, plastic cutlery and plates and cotton buds.
Worries about fire pollution in Glen Maye
Commissioners in the west of the Island says they'll look into the pollution from coal fires and log burners.
UK businessman wants to hear about mobile signal at sea
Can you pick up a mobile signal in the middle of the Irish Sea?
Minister quizzed over new Meat Plant director
Agriculture Minister Clare Barber says a former MHK was appointed to the board of the Island's meat plant because the company urgently needed two directors.
Yellow weather warning this weekend
A yellow weather warning for coastal overtopping has been issued for this weekend.
Education boss retires
The Department of Education, Sport and Culture says it'll be looking for a new chief officer next year.
Steam Packet warns of sailing delays today
The Steam Packet says some of its sailings will be running late today.
Know someone who's made a difference to their community?
Nominations have opened for a special community award in Onchan.
Manx Classic Hill Climb cancelled for 2026
Next year's Manx Classic Hill Climb won't be going ahead, according to organisers.
