Author Archives: Isle of Man Government News

Four weeks left to book discounted experiences as part of Visit Isle of Man’s ‘On Your Doorstep’ campaign

Visit Isle of Man is encouraging residents and visitors to explore the breadth of activities and experiences the Isle of Man has to offer this autumn with their ‘Extraordinary is… On Your Doorstep’ initiative. Launched at the start of October, resident…

No change as small coins stay in circulation

Low value coins will remain in circulation and the introduction of a compulsory system of rounding for all cash transactions will not be explored further at this stage.

The announcement is being made by the Treasury to coincide with the publication of…

Moody’s credit rating report upgrades outlook for Isle of Man

The Isle of Man Government’s credit strength, diverse economy and ability to comply with global tax standards are all noted in the Credit Opinion Update report on its financial standing from the international ratings agency Moody’s.
The report provides…

Bachelor in Nursing Recruitment Programme launches for September 2024 cohort

Are you considering a career in Nursing on the Isle of Man?
The pre-registration Nursing Programme (Adult and Mental Health Fields), is now recruiting for the September 2024 cohort.

The Bachelor in Nursing is primarily based at Keyll Darree, School of…

Air quality monitoring sites expanded significantly during trial

The number of places where air quality is regularly monitored on the Isle of Man is being significantly increased as part of a two-year trial. 
The project will see the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (DEFA) install recording devices in…

Triple lock pensions pledge and targeted winter support package

The Isle of Man Government’s policy of mirroring the UK Government’s approach to the pensions triple lock will continue to be supported in next year’s Budget.
Treasury Minister Dr Alex Allinson MHK made the announcement today while highlighting a serie…

First Christmas coin depicting King Charles is released

The first Christmas collection coin to bear the official effigy of King Charles has been released in the Isle of Man.
The new £2 coin also pays homage to the island in the Middle Ages, with the reverse being a nativity scene inspired by the stained-gl…

Response to letter from Professor Philip Banfield

Dear Professor Banfield
I was surprised to receive your letter of 28 October 2023.
The Isle of Man Government is fully committed to identifying lessons from the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and is doing so through a robust, transparent and indepen…

Financial Sanctions: Russia

This news release is issued to publicise the correction of 1 entry under the Russian sanctions regime.
The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/855) were made under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018 (the Sanctions Act…

Herring success leads to optimism for Manx fishing industry

Local fishermen have successfully caught the allocated 100 tonne quota of herring in Manx waters within weeks of receiving Government support to diversify.

Three local crews took advantage of the financial support provided by the Department of Environ…