Author Archives: Isle of Man Government News

Sanctions Update: The Terrorist Asset-Freezing Etc. Act 2010 – Renewal of final designations

The Commission has been notified that the Isle of Man Treasury has, on 9 March 2012, published new and updated information regarding the above Sanctions regime.

Extra Capacity Available for Isle of Man TT Races

THE Department of Economic Development is very pleased to announce that it has joined forces with its Tourism and Motorsport industry partners to provide extra flight and accommodation capacity for visitors wishing to visit the world famous Isle of Man…

Ardwhallan Outdoor Education Centre gains safety and quality benchmark

The Isle of Man Ardwhallan Outdoor Education Centre is top of the class for educational visits after it earned the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge and the accompanying Adventuremark for safe practice.

The Terrorist Asset-Freezing Etc, Act 2010 – Renewal of Final Designation

The Terrorist Asset-Freezing Etc. Act 2010 (of Parliament), as it applies in the Isle of Man, implements the terrorist asset-freezing requirements of UN Security Council Resolution 1373 (2001) and Council Regulation (EU) No 2580/2001.

Tynwald asked to approve Student Awards Regulations

Tynwald asked to approve Student Awards Regulations PETER Karran MHK, Minister for Education and Children, will ask Tynwald to approve the 2012/13 Student Awards Regulations when it sits this month.

Changes to Vehicle Duty

The January sitting of Tynwald approved changes to vehicle duty which will come into effect on 1st April. The changes include a general increase in duty of 6% in order to maintain the value of revenue which is used towards maintaining highways and the…

Isle of Man Pragmatic on the New QROPS Regime

THE Isle of Man pensions industry has maintained what it calls a ‘dignified silence’ on the new QROPS regime due to come into force on 6th April 2012 but has now revealed its approach to the proposals.