Upsurge in foster care numbers following events

Monday, 8 June 2015 00:00

More people are signing up to become foster carers on the Isle of Man following events run by a local charity.

Fostering First held discussions with prospective carers last month - reaching out to around 40 people a day between May the the 5th and 15th.

By the end of 2015 it wants to register approximately eight to 10 new single people and couples to help look after children in need.

Nigel Howard is from the charity - he explains how successful they've been:

More from Isle of Man News

Manx Care urges TT fans to check travel insurance

Manx Care has issued advice to bikers coming to the Island for TT.
Mountain Road closed because of several incidents

Police say the Mountain Road is currently shut while emergency services deal with several incidents.
Over 25 percent still haven't completed censuses

The government says more than a quarter of the Island still haven't filled in their census forms.
Warning for paddleboarders after incidents in wind

The coastguard's urging people to be safe after a number of incidents where paddleboarders got into difficulty in strong winds yesterday, Wednesday, May 27.
TT organisers confirm death of rider Daniel Ingham

TT organisers have confirmed Daniel Ingham was killed in the incident at Doran's Bend during qualifying yesterday.
'No further comment' on sidecar decision, say TT organisers

Race organisers say they won't be commenting further on the end of the sidecar racing at this year's TT.
Shop appeal after TT flag vanishes

A shop in Ramsey is appealing for the return of one of its official TT flags.
Thefts around TT Grandstand spark plea from police

Police are asking visitors to ensure their belongings are secure, after a spate of thefts at the TT Grandstand.