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News around Isle of Man

Trend continues with Airport passenger numbers 4.8% down

Hopes for the expected gradual recovery of passengers passing through Isle of Man Airport again received a setback, with March passenger numbers decreasing by 4.8% over March 2010. In a month expected to match the 2010 level, the fall of almost 2,800 p…

Sheep Shearers benefit under amended Points Based System for Immigration

The Minister for Economic Development, Hon. Allan Bell MHK has agreed that Sheep Shearers coming to the Island can continue to do so under improvements to the Points Based System used to assess immigration rights to the Island.

Easter Events

Hats off to Manx National Heritage this Easter as our sites are bursting at the seams with activities for all to enjoy. Get dressed in your Monday best as Rushen Abbey holds a traditional bonnet parade on 25th April.

Social Services Reviews and Renews its contracts with the providers of services to children

Social Services Reviews contracts for services to children, St Christophers, Isle of Man Children’s Centre, IOM Adoption Service, funding, family centres, outreach services

Isle of Man Government Appoints Head of International Business Development

The Department of Economic Development today announces the appointment of Michael Charlton as Director of International Business Development in a bid to strengthen its commitment to attracting new UK and international business to the Island.