WTF: Lobstergate, Manxmangate and Ben-my-Chreegate
Better late than never, hey? Nothing new, just Charlie and Juan imploding about the latest goings on around the island. #isleofman
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Why The Wait?
Delay over Ørsted lease answer sparks transparency concerns from Julie Edge MHK, however the DoI has finally responded after six weeks. #isleofman
Planning
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Boathouse Conversion Plan Lodged
A planning application has been submitted to convert part of the former Boathouse restaurant on Queens Road, Port St Mary, for salt production
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Potential Return of The Sidecars For 2027
The first stage of the TT Sidecar Sustainability Review has concluded that Sidecar racing could return to the Isle of Man TT in
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Mona Street Residents Meeting ‘very productive’
Peel Commissioners says it held a ‘very productive’ meeting with residents about future parking arrangements for people on Mona Street. #isleofman
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Corkill to Stand in Ayre & Michael
Phil Corkill has announced he will contest the Ayre and Michael seat in the upcoming 2026 House of Keys General Election. #isleofman
Sport
Strong Run For Cain in 5,000m Final
Christa Cain delivered a composed performance in the Commonwealth Games 5,000 metres final in Glasgow last night. #isleofman
Business
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Manx Loaghtan Produce Celebrates Nine Great Taste Awards
Manx Loaghtan Produce has picked up nine stars at the 2026 Great Taste Awards, including three two‑star and three one‑star ratings. #isleofman
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Lord-Brennan Will Not Seek Re-Election
Peel and Glenfaba MHK Kate Lord-Brennan has announced she will not be standing for re-election in this year's general election. #isleofman
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Family Court Welfare Recommendations Underway
Feedback from families has already shaped changes to the Family Court Welfare Service, following an independent review in 2022. #isleofman
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Society Urges Rethink on Jodrell Bank Funding Cuts
The Isle of Man Chapter of the Mars Society has called on the UK Government and UK Research and Innovation to reconsider planned
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One Consultation Respondent Raised Workplace Search Concerns
Only one respondent to the Department for Enterprise’s consultation on annual leave and rest breaks raised concerns about workplace searches. #isleofman
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Real Time Carbon Data Still Under Review
Manx Utilities plans to publish carbon‑intensity data for the island’s electricity supply, but says real‑time figures will require further assessment due to cyber‑security
Manx Weather
An Alright Day
Sunny spells today with the chance of a shower later in the day. #isleofman
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Charlie’s Angle: We Must Wake Up!
It's been a while, but Charlie is back with another opinion piece. Support home markets, understand where food comes from, and stop pretending
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Cats Eyes Intentionally Covered
The Department of Infrastructure says the original cats’ eyes on the Beinn‑y‑Phott Road were deliberately covered and replaced with new studs as part
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Govt Doesn’t Hold Data on Benefit Payments to Migrants
A Freedom of Information response has confirmed that government does not know how much social security support is paid to people living on
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No Monitoring Carried Out on Family Court Outcomes
Family Court outcomes aren’t tracked for long‑term impact on children or families, the Department of Justice and Home Affairs has confirmed. #isleofman
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Government House to Host Pride Picnic
Government House will host the Isle of Pride Picnic this weekend. #isleofman
Sport
Priest & Turner‑Priest Take Wins at Allerton National
Libby Priest and her niece Beth Turner‑Priest both brought home wins at the Allerton National. #isleofman
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Janine to Stand in Ramsey
Janine Shimmin has announced she will stand as a candidate for Ramsey in the Isle of Man’s General Election. #isleofman
Business
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Rising Costs, Staffing Gaps & Footfall at Root of Retail Challenges
Retailers have told government they’re facing cost pressures, staffing gaps, lower footfall and rising operating costs. Their feedback has led to new campaigns,
Sport
Draper Claims Inaugural Off-Road Gran Fondo Title
Triathlete Will Draper produced a commanding performance to win the inaugural off-road edition of the Gran Fondo Isle of Man powered by Altenar.
Business
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Colby Glen to Reopen
The Colby Glen will reopen in August with a fresh food offer and a “warm Manx welcome”, Okell’s has announced. #isleofman
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Grass Fire Contained
The fire service is urging the public to stay alert, avoid discarding cigarettes or naked flames in rural areas, and report any signs
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Ecological Impacts of Offshore Windfarm ‘understated’
Manx Wildlife Trust says the ecological risks of the proposed Mooir Vannin offshore wind farm have likely been understated. It warns that current
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Mobility Manufacturer Launches £5k Braddan Fund
A mobility aid manufacturer has launched a new community fund aimed at helping people in Braddan overcome financial and practical barriers linked to
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Northern Chamber Wants Election Candidates to Provide Solutions
The Chair of the Northern Chamber of Commerce says prospective election candidates should be providing a ‘strategy’ to solve problems facing the island. #isleofman
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tHRive Project Costs Lower Than Expected
The Chief Minister has confirmed that the Government’s three‑year Project tHRive programme has cost less than originally anticipated. However, he also confirmed that
Manx Weather
A Welcome Improvement
A largely fine day today with sunshine, only isolated showers and mainly moderate westerly winds. #isleofman