Virus now in community, confirms Health Minister

There are now cases of coronavirus in the community on the Isle of Man.

It's clear there is virus transmission within the Manx community, it's been confirmed by the Health Minister.

Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, David Ashford said it was always going to be a question of when, rather than if.

More than 600 people arrived on the Isle of Man on Monday as the borders partially reopened, and more than 1,000 are expected to arrive today, ahead of the bank holiday.

The government said anyone travelling to the island is asked NOT to attend health and care settings for the first 10 days after their arrival, except in an emergency or  for a vaccination appointment.

The latest government figures show the number of active cases on the island to be 20, with no one in hospital.

Anyone who develops symptoms is asked to stay at home and call 111 to get tested.