Author Archives: Isle of Man Government News

Island responds to UK parliamentary inquiries

The Isle of Man has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance stance in respect of tax evasion and money laundering in evidence provided to two UK parliamentary inquiries. 
The written submission highlights the Island’s long-standing track record of compliance wit…

Chief Minister in London for Brexit discussions

Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK will lead a senior delegation to London on Monday (2 July 2018) to continue the Isle of Man Government’s programme of political engagement with the United Kingdom.
The main focus of the visit will see the Chief Minister…

Chief Minister announces appointment of Tim Baker MHK as Children’s Champion

Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK has announced the appointment of Tim Baker MHK as the Isle of Man Children’s Champion.
Mr Baker succeeds Daphne Caine MHK in the role, which is intended to give a voice to vulnerable and looked-after young people in the…

Stamps Celebrating Manx Electric Railway 125th Anniversary

In celebration of the Manx Electric Railway’s 125th Anniversary this September, Isle of Man Transport has teamed up with Isle of Man Post Office to commission a set of six stamps featuring photographs from competition winners, which will be issued on …

Publication List 29.6.18

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.
A …

Visit strengthens relations between Isle of Man and China

The Island has hosted a visit from the head of the education section at China’s embassy in London.
Minister Counsellor Wang Yongli’s two day trip began on Monday (25 June) with a visit to Ballakermeen High School (BHS) to find out more about the Island…

Coaches Breakfast Club begins its second year

Isle of Man Sport’s popular Coaches Breakfast Club is set to begin its second year.
Providing a platform for coaches to share their knowledge and experiences in sport, the relaxed and friendly gathering will continue to help coaches to learn valuable l…

Have your say on future of Island’s health and social care system

Members of the public are being encouraged to take part in a review that will help to shape the future of the Isle of Man’s health and social care system.
Sir Jonathan Michael has been tasked with looking at options to provide modern, fit-for-purpose h…

Survey to collect views of 3,000 residents on Manx highways

Residents are being asked to provide their views on the Island’s roads, transport links, cycle routes and footpaths in order to assess satisfaction levels in comparison to local authorities across the UK.
The Department of Infrastructure will take part…

Applications for commercial sea fishing licences now being accepted

Applications are now being accepted for a licence to fish commercially within the Isle of Man’s territorial waters between 1 August 2018 and 31 March 2019.
It will cost £313 for a licence, an increase of 4% in line with the retail prices index (RPI). T…