Island Apprentices Triumph at Pan‑Island Skills Test
Manx apprentices delivered outstanding performances at the 2026 Pan‑Island Skills Test, securing six first‑place titles against competitors from Jersey and Guernsey. #isleofman
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Alba, Maeve & Noa Lead the Class of 2025
The Isle of Man's most popular baby names for 2025 have been revealed! Alba, Maeve, Noa and Freddie are just some of the
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Rain to Start
Rain at first this morning, but this will clear to sunny intervals and scattered showers later in the morning and into afternoon. #isleofman
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Squires Shines at Regionals With Elementary Victories
Manx dressage rider Helen Squires secured placings in all three of her classes at the Regional Championships, and took the win in the
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Benefits Bill Approachs £400m
Uprated benefit payments will total £398.6million, compared with the DHSC’s net budget of £343.1million for the same year. #isleofman
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Budget Marks a ‘Turning Point’ for Financial Discipline
The Treasury Minister said the island has 'never had a problem spending money, the problem is getting the income to match that,' and
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Businesses Urge Caution on Wage Rises
Chamber representative Chris Corlett warned that some sectors remain under strain despite signs of wider economic stability. #isleofman
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DoI Makes Fresh Offer in Bus Dispute
The DoI confirmed it made a fourth offer to the union this morning. #isleofman
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Planning Granted For New Leisure Area
The local authority is hoping to have a ‘family focused’ area including a BMX track and dog walking zone. #isleofman
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Companies Urged to Fix Ownership Details
The Isle of Man Central Registry has issued a fresh reminder to all companies to ensure their Beneficial Ownership information is accurate and
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Uncertainty in Capital Programme Is Stalling Growth
Representatives from the construction sector warned that the island’s capital programme still lacks the clarity businesses need to plan ahead. #isleofman
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Poverty & Housing Crisis ‘Crushing Families’
Speaking during the Manx.News Budget debate, Devon Watson said low wages and high rents are leaving many households unable to cope. #isleofman
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Manx Menu Applications Extended
Manx Menu March focuses on celebrating Manx ingredients, championing local suppliers, and highlighting the creativity in the island’s hospitality sector. #isleofman
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Webster Named Ultrarunning World Athlete of the Year
Sarah has been named Athlete of the Year for 2025 by the International Association of Ultrarunners. #isleofman
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How Govt Productivity is Being Measured
The Chief Minister explained that performance is being tracked through a mix of service metrics, financial reporting and workforce data, but acknowledging that
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Structural Deficit Must Be Stopped
The Treasury Minister says the government must bring spending back in line with income after years of drawing heavily on reserves. #isleofman
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Health Minister Promises ‘Stronger Controls’
Claire Christian MHK acknowledged the scale of the challenge, saying the island is “on the cusp” of having the data needed to match
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A Lot Less Wind
A change from yesterday with light winds and dry for a time, before a little rain arrives this evening. #isleofman
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WATCH: Island Leaders Debate Budget
The island’s £1.47bn Budget affects every one of us. We’ve brought the key voices together to break down what it really means. Watch
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Bus Crash Forces Service Cancellations
Bus Vannin services in the south of the island have been disrupted today after a bus was involved in a crash between Cregneash
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Fundraiser Launched in Memory of Guide Dog
A Ramsey man has launched a fundraising campaign in memory of his former guide dog, Keighley, who passed away in December after a
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30 MiCards Remain in Use
As of February, 30 MiCards remain in use, after 34 were issued under the Payment Exception Service and four recipients later switched to
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Bitterly Cold in the Wind
Today will be a dry, cloudy and windy day, the east or southeast winds continuing strong, possibly touching gale force in a few
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Fire Crews Raise £967 for Ed’s Man Club
Members of the Laxey fire station have presented a cheque for £967 to Ed’s Man Club after raising the money through community donations
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Commissioners to Use Extra Charge on Social Housing Rents
Onchan Commissioners has confirmed it will be using a discretionary one percent charge on its social housing rents. #isleofman
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Travel
Sailings Cancelled
Tonight's sailings to and from Heysham have been cancelled due to the adverse weather forecast. #isleofman
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A ‘Razzmatazz’ Budget
Mr Moorhouse argued the personal allowance increase “goes too far”, saying the previously proposed £750 uplift “would have done the job” . #isleofman
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Barber Defends Targeted DEFA Funding as Pressure Grows
The DEFA Minister said her department had deliberately limited its bids, reflecting the financial pressures facing government, and had even explored reducing or
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‘This Budget Puts Money Back in People’s Pockets’
Ms Lord‑Brennan said members could legitimately support increasing personal allowances while still recognising the island’s structural deficit, noting that the Economic Policy Review
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Wannenburgh Warns Budget ‘Puts Votes Before the Future’
Douglas North MHK John Wannenburgh has said he will not support the 2026 Budget, arguing it prioritises short‑term political gain over long‑term financial