Author Archives: Isle of Man Government News

Planning Applications – Publication List

In accordance with the Orders and Regulations listed below, the most recent planning applications received and validated for publication are now available for viewing online including a link on which the site extents can be viewed via an online map.
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Key appointments will drive health and social care reform agenda

Isle of Man Government has confirmed two high level appointments, both key to achieving lasting reform of the Island’s health and social care system for the benefit of service users.  
Kathryn Magson has been appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer a…

Torrential rain triggers Island-wide response

Emergency services, infrastructure teams and utility engineers have provided a front-line response to the torrential rainfall overnight and this morning. Flooding has caused disruption on roads around the Island and has required evacuation of a number …

Adverse weather affects Laxey and Dhoon schools

Laxey School and Dhoon School will remain closed today due to the adverse weather conditions and resultant flooding. 
Graham Cregeen MHK, Minister for Education, Sport and Culture on advice from the Isle of Man Constabulary said:

‘Closing schools is n…

Planning Applications – Publication List

In accordance with the Orders and Regulations listed below, the most recent planning applications received and validated for publication are now available for viewing onlineincluding a link on which the site extents can be viewed via an online map.
A P…

Isle of Man residents can help shape the Island’s response to Climate Change

The Isle of Man Government has launched an online portal for all Isle of Man residents and businesses to join the discussion and have their say on how the Island can do its part to tackle Climate Change.
Residents are encouraged to submit their ideas t…

Help available ahead of October 6 deadline for submitting your income tax return online

With less than a week to go until the 6 October deadline for the submission of personal income tax returns, Treasury has announced additional support to help people complete their forms online.
An out-of-hours telephone service will be available on Sat…

Duke of Edinburgh’s Award island presentation evening

Young people were congratulated on their achievements at the annual Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) presentation, having successfully participated in a wide variety of activities which build on skills, experience, confidence and resilience.
Silver and…

Tim Baker MHK takes responsibility for Highway Services

Infrastructure Minister Ray Harmer MHK has announced a new political delegation, with Tim Baker MHK taking responsibility for Highway Services.
Mr Baker takes on the role in addition to being the Department of Infrastructure’s Member for Ports, and ret…

Public invited to hear about proposals for future of rates system

Starting next week, a series of regional community meetings will take place for the public to find out about the proposed modernisation of the Island’s rates system.
A review of the rates system forms part of the Programme for Government, which was una…