MHK’s express ‘incredulity at the errors’ in DESC report
The Southern Swimming Pool presented the budget that it had submitted to DESC and told the MHKs, MLCs and Commissioners that their projected
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Commissioners express ‘anger’ at potential pool closure
The Commissioners noted that the decision to close the pool appeared to be based on some flawed assumptions, the worst-case scenario and was likely to
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Gov’t moves to protect vulnerable from gas disconnection
The Gas Regulation (Prevention of Disconnections) Order 2024 provides that households with residents over pensionable age, children under 6, or those eligible for
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Orran finishes 5th in gruelling 268 mile race
An outstanding performance and 10 hour personal best for Orran Smith in The Montane Winter Spine race. Orran finished the non-stop, 268 mile
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Weather conditions put weekend sailings at risk
Up to eight sailings could be affected by the current weather forecast.
Business
Three Ministers to speak at business briefing tomorrow
MHKs Alf Cannan, Dr Alex Allinson, and Tim Johnston will be speaking at The Comis Hotel event which is open to Chamber members
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Report shows Authority’s compliance with international standards
The Authority achieved the highest ‘compliant’ rating in nine of the 10 key areas assessed by the Group of International Finance Centre Supervisors, and
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Junior Achievement hopes to help employers address the skills gap
Employers looking to attract young people to their organisation are invited to the launch of ‘Just the Job’, a new project being run
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Southern pool says it didn’t request an additional £220,682
The report into regional sports hubs has been issued by DESC and DOI.
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Campaign for Violence Against Women and Girls
It's strategy seeks to raise awareness of types of sexual harassment that can be a crime.
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Tips for driving in wintry conditions
It's the time of year when a lot of people seem to forget how to drive, cheers ice and snow (don't get offended,
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MCALS to host open day with Island charities
Nearly 20 different charities have already committed to the event, along with teams from services across Manx Care and other government departments.
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Regan jumps into history
Regan Corrin created a piece of Isle of Man athletics history at the weekend, when he achieved the best-ever long jump distance by
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GNAAS to showcase its work to Island community
This event marks a momentous occasion as it introduces The Great North Air Ambulance Service to the Isle of Man community. It will
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Over 70 entries so far for 2024 Pre-TT Classic races
Since entries opened on January 2 for the 2024 Blackford’s Pre-TT Classic Road Races, 72 entries have been received so far. The Colas
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Naseem’s Manx Brain Tumour Charity awarded £9000
This funding will support a crucial project that focuses on providing therapeutic support to individuals and families affected by brain tumours.
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Manx runners dominating Montane Winter Spine races
Manx runner, Nikki Arthur has won the women's section and finished 3rd overall in the Montane Winter Spine Challenger North. Fellow Manxie Orran
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Report finds rail network makes ‘significant contribution’ to economy
The Department of Infrastructure is now in the process of giving the report and its recommendations full consideration alongside colleagues from across the
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Over 50 travel writers to visit the Island in February
The Isle of Man will play host to over 50 travel writers for the British Guild of Travel Writers AGM and convention in
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Law firm launches essay competition
The winning entry receives a laptop or a £500 voucher to assist with study equipment, and an opportunity to do a work experience
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Lots of interest in sea pollution app
A community event in Douglas attracted around 40 residents keen to find out about a free app that can help to trace and
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Chief Minister responds to Brunner’s report
The Chief said whilst the report shows that the Gov's response to COVID was broadly successful and reasonable, there are "many issues to
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Boal & Co announces new appointments and promotion
Karen Kelly, Group General Manager, said that this is an 'exciting time for Boal & Co as we continue to grow and evolve
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One-off housing payment available to some retired police officers
An administrative issue has been identified which resulted in the uplift to this allowance not being applied between April 1, 1992 and September
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Strategic Plan for Regional Sports Hubs is ‘flawed & inaccurate’
Southern Pool Board says that DESC financial analysis is 'flawed and should not be relied upon to make a decision'.
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Customs and Immigration teams join forces at ports
The move will lead to the division being renamed Customs and Immigration and is designed to improve efficiency and effectiveness through shared resources
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More detailed assessment needed means delay in decision on minimum wage
The Minimum Wage Committee has requested support of both the Department for Enterprise and Treasury to conduct a more detailed impact assessment before
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UCM to showcase its facilities at open event
Those attending are welcome to bring family and friends along to tour the campus, explore the range of impressive facilities and get a
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Northern AC compete in latest round of UK Cross Challenge
Northern Athletics Club members Sam Perry and Cai Lewis contested the latest round of the UK Cross Challenge at the weekend.
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Petition to save Southern Pool has over 2000 signatures
Currently the petition has over 2,200 signatures and has an aim of 2,500.