A woman facing benefits fraud charges spanning more than three years has been remanded in custody.
Homeless Wendy Elizabeth Megson appeared before High Bailiff Jayne Hughes at Douglas Courthouse.
The 51 year old is charged with nine counts of making false representations to obtain benefits, two of deception and two offences under the 1989 and 2019 Charities Acts but hasn’t yet entered any pleas.
Megson, who represented herself, was remanded in custody to appear again on August 16.
Woman thanks mystery van driver after daring sea rescue
A woman's thanked a delivery driver who leapt into the sea to rescue her beloved pet this week.
The Island's information commissioner says four in five Freedom of Information requests have been answered on time this year.
Stay off damaged slipway in Laxey, says local authority
Garff commissioners are urging people to take care on Laxey beach after it was damaged by storms this week.
MHK sues attorney general and returning officer over election votes
A former Onchan MHK is suing the returning officer and the Island's Attorney General over September's election result.
Islanders reminded to keep challenging domestic abuse beyond October
The Isle of Man Government says it's now up to everyone to challenge harmful behaviours as Domestic Abuse Awareness Month comes to an end.
Peel fireworks kicks off the Island’s bonfire season this Friday
Peel will be getting the weekend off with a bang this Friday.
Yellow weather warning for coastal overtopping remains in force today
A yellow weather warning remains in place today for coastal overtopping.
Nominations open for 10 local authority by-elections
Nominations have now opened as the Island prepares for 10 by-election campaigns.
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