Net Zero Referendum Rejected
Tynwald has voted against holding a public referendum on the island's Net Zero policy, instead endorsing the view that the issue should be
Isle of Man News
Politics
How do Students Access Period Products?
Education Minister Daphne Caine has stated that all schools provide free period products to pupils. However, this appears to conflict with the experience
Isle of Man News
Award of Contract Breached Regs
A contract awarded by Manx Care for consultancy work on private patient services did not comply with financial regulations, Health Minister Claire Christian
Travel
Technical Fault Delays Flight
easyJet says a technical fault which cannot be fixed is the reason for a several hour delay to its Gatwick flight #isleofman
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People Hanging up on Social Security
Treasury Minister Dr Alex Allinson has outlined the steps being taken to support vulnerable benefit claimants ahead of the discontinuation of the MiCard
Business
Gas Field Bid Branded ‘Speculative’
The company behind the proposed Mooir Vannin offshore wind farm has strongly criticised calls to defer the project in favour of exploring a
Isle of Man News
Planning App Due in Spring
The Department of Education, Sport and Culture has confirmed it expects to submit a planning application for the new Castle Rushen High School
Travel
Politics
Shed to Cost Hundreds of Thousands a Year
The annual cost of operating the government's ferry terminal in Liverpool is currently estimated at over £700,000, Tynwald has been told #isleofman
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DHSC Reviewing Jab Injury Feedback
The DHSC is reviewing the findings of a dedicated listening event on COVID-19 vaccine injury, with a full report expected by late January
Manx Weather
Storm Bram Updates
Severe gale force winds will very gradually decrease this evening, the gusts initially still about 65mph, but falling to 45mph by about 9pm
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People Rescued From Car Roof
Fire crews from Ramsey, including the Specialist Water Rescue Team were called out following reports of a car stranded in flood water in
Business
Politics
Is ‘Bespoke’ Work Experience Working?
Politicians have defended the model for student work experience, which has shifted from a universal offer to targeted placements #isleofman
Isle of Man News
DoI Listening to The Silent Voices
The DoI Minister has addressed criticism of the proposed 20mph consultation saying it is the role of MHKs to take a view for
Manx Weather
Stay Safe and Enjoy The Storm
The island is waking up to a turbulent day, with heavy rain already sweeping across the island and a rare RED warning for coastal
Manx Weather
Wet, Wild, Ostensibly Mild
A very wet start today with standing water on many roads, but the rain will clear away later in the morning with sunny
Business
Politics
Filling the Skills Gap
A new apprenticeships programme and a drive to attract graduates are central to the strategy to tackle skills gaps and retain young talent,
Politics
Will Tynwald Back Net Zero Referendum?
Arguably the most eye catching item on the Tynwald order paper, Stu Peters' bid for a net zero referendum should make for a
Sport
Peel Storm Into Final
A Tom Brown hat trick fired Peel into the Railway Cup final on Boxing Day as they beat Laxey 4-1 #isleofman
Isle of Man News
Allotments Needed for Cemetery
Douglas Council has initiated early-stage plans to relocate the local authority-owned allotments at Johnny Watterson’s Lane, as the site is required for the
Travel
Tuesday Sailings Cancelled
All of tomorrow's Manxman sailings between the island and Heysham have been cancelled #isleofman
Business
Delissimo Doubles Down
The owners of Delissimo and Appetites have called off a potential sale and instead announced a new expansion of the business #isleofman
Isle of Man News
Road Closed After Landslip
Patrick Road between Patrick village and St Johns remains closed to through traffic following a landslip #isleofman
Sport
Late Everton Strike Denies Ravens
FC Isle of Man were pegged back at the death by a late equaliser as they drew 2-2 with Irlam on Saturday evening
Travel
Sailings at Risk
Strong gales of up to 65mph will bring rough to possibly very rough seas on Monday night through to Tuesday #isleofman
Isle of Man News
Drivers’ Warning About Roadworks
Several drivers have warned about damage to their vehicles while passing roadworks in Braddan #isleofman
Isle of Man News
Light up a Life Service Cancelled
Hospice Isle of Man has cancelled its Light up a Life service due to today’s awful weather conditions. The charity acknowledged the significance
Business
Giving the Gift of Reading
The Bridge Bookshop in Douglas has delivered eleven boxes of books to the Salvation Army for Christmas which will be distributed to children
Sport
Ravens Welcome Irlam
FC Isle of Man will look to shake off last week's defeat as they welcome Irlam to the Bowl on Saturday #isleofman
Business
The Quirks Are Staying!
Owners of the popular Victory Cafe, Benn and Vicky Quirk, have announced a radical restructuring of their business after abandoning a potential sale
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Bird Flu Concerns at Point of Ayre
Manx BirdLife has reported observing several unwell-looking birds at its Point of Ayre National Reserve #isleofman