Newspaper deliveries to be delayed due to boat changes
The IOMSPC has informed G E White Ltd Wholesale Newsagent that 'the vessel will not dock until after the Manxman has left for
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Ian Hutchinson confirms return to TT
Hutchinson was forced to withdraw from the 2023 event when he suffered a stroke before the start of the season.
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Chief and Treasury Minister to meet with Steam Packet
The Chief Minister and the Treasury Minister will meet the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company this morning to receive an update on
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Mountain Road to remain closed until Sunday
The temporary closure order on the northern half of the A18 Mountain Road between Barrule Park and the Bungalow which ran until today
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MEDS to close overnight on weekdays
The Manx Emergency Doctors Service (MEDS) will close between midnight and 8am on Mondays to Fridays from January 8, for an initial period
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Witnesses sought following assault
At approximately 10:20pm on Sunday, in the area of the traffic lights near to the Rosemount Public House, Douglas, officers responded to reports
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Sport
Pre-TT 2024 entry forms now available
The closing date for entries for the Blackford’s Pre-TT Classic Road Races is February 29.
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Event explores on Island higher education options
During the event, visitors can explore the range of courses available to students who want to study at degree-level, undergraduate and postgraduate on
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Appeal for missing teenagers
The girls, aged 16 and 15, are believed to be together in the Douglas area.
Manx Weather
Bank holiday weather forecast
According to the long range forecast we can expect some dry spells (thank you weather gods), with only a few isolated showers next
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Governor and Lady Lorimer taking a new year dip
The Lieutenant Governor and his wife Lady Philippa Lorimer will be signalling the start of this year's new year dip in Douglas.
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Ben-my-Chree heading home
The Ben left Birkenhead shortly after 11am and is due to be back in Manx waters for 5pm this afternoon.
Manx Weather
Amber weather warning issued for heavy rain
This morning, heavy rain is expected to give a further 15-20mm at low-levels with 30-40mm over high ground.
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Manx residents recognised in 2024 New Year Honours List
His Majesty The King has recognised four people on the Isle of Man in the 2024 New Year Honours List.
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Charity donates Christmas gifts to wards at Noble’s
Representatives from Arlo's Adventure visited Noble’s Hospital earlier this week and delivered gift bags to the Children’s Ward, Maternity Ward and Neonatal Unit.
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Protest and calls for Steam Packet MD to ‘resign’
A protest has been organised in support of Steam Packet staff who have been sacked. It will take place opposite the Sea Terminal
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Pay agreement settled between Manx Care and staff
Manx Care has agreed (through joint staff side unions representing the different staff groups) a pay settlement for the 2022/2023 financial year. The
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Gas tariffs to drop 16% in New Year
Isle of Man Energy has confirmed that gas prices in the Isle of Man are set to drop by 16% from January. The
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Steam Packet says its ‘ready to do deal’ amid live aboard dispute
The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has reiterated that it is “ready to reach an amicable solution” in the ongoing industrial dispute
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Government seeks to tighten Port Security
The Isle of Man Government is developing measures to tackle threats to the Island’s safety and security coming through vulnerable entry points. Immediate
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Politics
Union says lack of backpay for govt workers ‘morally wrong’
According to Prospect Union, as a result of the protracted pay negotiations relating the financial year April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024
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Digital ID launched for alcohol purchases
Residents will now be able to use digital forms of identification (ID) when purchasing alcohol on licensed premises or from off-licences. Digital Connect
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Building Control ban for fossil fuel systems in new builds
All plans for new buildings and extensions containing fossil fuel heating systems that are submitted after January 1, 2024 will be refused by
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Manx Electricity, Water & Sewerage charges to rise again
Following the December sitting of Tynwald, the Manx Utilities Authority has confirmed an increase of the Island’s electricity, water and waste-water charges. The
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Ramsey RUFC offering girls training sessions
Ramsey Rugby Club are looking for more girls to join the club with the hopes of competing in the UK. The club offers
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Statement issued by Chief Minister following drink driving allegation
The Chief Minister, Alfred Cannan has issued a statement following a number of “ill-founded speculative stories” that he had been driving after drinking.
Sport
Curtis heads to Vegas for IBJJF Nogi World Championships
Manx woman, Hayley Curtis, is set to compete in the Featherweight Division of the Nogi World Championships in Las Vegas this coming weekend.
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Tesco acquisition of Shoprite to create over 100 new jobs
Retail giant Tesco says 107 new in-store jobs will be created following the acquisition of Shoprite stores on the Isle of Man. The
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Morning flights out of Ronaldsway delayed
A number of flights have been delayed at Ronaldsway this morning due to staff sickness. Isle of Man Airport said the airfield would
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Dr Ranson speaks to BBC Radio 4
The Island’s former medical director, Dr Rosalind Ranson has spoken to BBC Radio 4 on the impact her employment tribunal has had on