Author Archives: Isle of Man Government News

The Terrorist Asset-Freezing Etc. Act 2010 – Renewal of Final Designations

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.

Island’s smokers invited to ‘Take the Leap’ with Island’s biggest ever Zumba class to mark No Smoking Day 2012

The Department of Health is marking No Smoking Day 2012, which this year features the theme ‘Take the Leap’, recognising that quitting can be tough and that a big leap is required, as well as emphasising the energy people can often gain from quitti…

Good news for breast care – Island’s waiting list down and new enhanced services commence

The Isle of Man now has a significantly enhanced breast care service, following the successful implementation of a three phase development plan, first outlined by the Department of Health in 2010.

Women encouraged to attend their breast screening appointments despite UK review

In October 2011, it was announced in the UK that an independent review of the evidence underpinning breast screening was to be undertaken by Professor Sir Mike Richards (National Cancer Director for England). The Department of Health’s current arrang…

Noble’s Hospital impresses UK assessors of on-Island Junior Doctors training

The Island’s Junior Doctors Training scheme has received a clean bill of health from NHS North West’s Mersey Deanery, the body responsible for overseeing Doctor training in the Isle of Man, following the completion of its annual assessment.