Author Archives: Isle of Man Government News

Thirteen new coronavirus cases confirmed

Since the last update (4pm Wednesday 08 April) there have been 13 further confirmed positive tests for coronavirus.
The total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in the Isle of Man now stands at 171.
In total 160 patients have been instructed to s…

Urgent work underway to sustain Noble’s oncology facility

An urgent solution is being put in place to replace a key piece of equipment in Noble’s Hospital Pharmacy, to ensure patients can continue to receive chemotherapy and other treatments.
A technical fault has occurred in a fan unit which is vital to the …

Minister Ashford’s Statement on COVID-19 – 8 April 2020

Good afternoon, everyone. 

I will shortly hand over to Chief Constable Gary Roberts who will provide an overview of how the Isle of Man Constabulary is dealing with the additional demand on its resources and the unique challenges presented by the Co…

Isle of Man Government keeps the Island’s personal protection equipment well stocked

A further shipment of personal protection equipment (PPE) arrived in the Isle of Man yesterday evening (Tuesday 7 April) ensuring health and care staff continue to be protected during their vital work responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Isle of Ma…

Zero new coronavirus cases confirmed – 4pm 8 April 2020

Since the last update (10am Wednesday 08 April) there have been no further confirmed positive tests for coronavirus.
The total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in the Isle of Man remains at 158.
In total 150 patients have been instructed to sel…

VillaGaiety to close until October 2020 to ensure the safety of customers, staff and performers

The VillaGaiety announce today (Wednesday 08 April) that all scheduled performances and events up to the end of September 2020 will no longer go ahead. This is in line with current social distancing guidelines to delay the spread of COVID-19. Due to le…

Eight new coronavirus cases confirmed – 10am 8 April 2020

Since the last update (4pm Tuesday 07 April) there have been eight further confirmed positive tests for coronavirus.
The total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in the Isle of Man now stands at 158.
In total 150 patients have been instructed to …

Speech by Health and Social Care Minister – 7 April 2020

Before I move onto the detail of today’s briefing I have a short statement I wish to make. 

The Chief Minister has developed mild symptoms of Covid19.  

As a precaution he immediately self-isolated and dialled 111.  

In line with the advice he r…

Eleven new coronavirus cases confirmed – 10am 7 April 2020

Since the last update (4pm Monday 06 April) there have been 11 further confirmed positive tests for coronavirus.
The total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in the Isle of Man now stands at 150.
In total 143 patients have been instructed to self…

Zero new coronavirus cases confirmed – 4pm 7 April 2020

Since the last update (10am Tuesday 07 April) there have been no further confirmed positive tests for coronavirus.
The total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in the Isle of Man remains at 150.
In total 143 patients have been instructed to self-…