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Dead seabirds found on Isle of Man beaches tested for bird flu

People are asked not to touch sick or dead birds after a significant number were found washed up on beaches in the Isle of Man.
The Government’s vets have collected more than 20 carcases along the south and west coast since the first finding on Fenella…

Climate change: Plan sets crucial next steps in Island’s net zero journey

A detailed plan that demonstrates the Isle of Man’s commitment to tackle climate change has been published.
The Climate Change Plan 2022-2027 outlines the actions Government must take to cut emissions over the next five years, so the Island remains on …

Home Affairs to begin drugs review

The Public Health Institute (PHI) at Liverpool John Moore’s University has been appointed by the Department of Home Affairs to undertake a review of the harms caused by illicit drugs on the Island.
The aim of the study is to look at how common the use …

Programme of reform will help to build great communities for the Island

An ambitious programme of reform to help realise Government’s ambition of building great communities has been launched today by Chief Minister Alfred Cannan MHK.
In a statement to Tynwald the Chief Minister set out a series of actions Government will t…

Ambitious, wide-reaching Economic Strategy Proposed for the Isle of Man

The Isle of Man Government has today published a Draft Economic Strategy which sets out a 10-15 year vision to secure prosperity for the people of the Isle of Man and the future security and sustainability of the economy.
The ‘Our Island, Our Future: I…

Chief Minister’s Economic Strategy statement in Tynwald July 2022

Mr President, Today marks a significant moment in the future of the Isle of Man’s economy. Today we are presenting – for the first time – a comprehensive analysis and review of the Island’s current economy, an evaluation of our future opportunities, an…

Autumn vaccinations will help boost immunity against respiratory viruses

All Island residents aged 50 and over, along with individuals in further at-risk groups, will be among those offered a COVID-19 booster and a seasonal flu jab this autumn to ensure increased protection ahead of winter.
Both the autumn COVID booster and…

Tim Crookall MHK steps down from Council of Ministers

Tim Crookall MHK has stepped down from the Council of Ministers and his role as Minister for Enterprise with immediate effect.
Mr Crookall commented:

‘It is with a heavy heart that I have made the decision to step down from the Council of Ministers, a…

Sign up for online services and save time

More and more people are using Online Services for a range of reasons, including searching for jobs, paying rates and utility bills, and applying for licences.
One of the most popular ways to use Online Services is to submit a personal tax return.
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Sanctions: Russia

The Treasury advises that the Russia Sanctions (Application) (No.9) Regulations 2022 [SD 2022/0238] came into operation on 18 July 2022, which apply the provisions of the following United Kingdom statutory instrument relating to Russia financial and tr…