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Accuracy of COVID-19 hospital cases data confirmed

The Department of Health and Social Care has confirmed that the number of people of people being treated in Noble’s Hospital for COVID-19 is accurately reflected in the statistics published by Government online. 
Case numbers are updated daily on the C…

Routine GP appointments unavailable next Wednesday afternoon

Routine GP appointments will not be available from 1pm to 6pm on Wednesday 11 August 2021 as GPs attend their latest education session. 
This particular session has a dedicated focus to the Health Service Transformation Programme and is a welcome oppor…

Nearly £1.4m given to charity addressing climate issues

Nearly £1.4m has been awarded to an International charity which helps people affected by climate change issues in rural Africa.
Send a Cow are one of two charities selected from more than 30 that applied for support through the International Developme…

General licence – IOM/2021/BEL001

The Treasury has the power to issue General Licences for financial and trade sanctions regimes under a number of Regulations. 
On 4 August 2021, the Treasury issued General Licence IOM/2021/BEL001 under Regulation 32 of The Belarus (Sanctions) (EU Exit…

Department for Enterprise Launches Graduate Employability Training Programme

The Department for Enterprise has launched a Graduate Employability Training Programme designed to enhance recent graduate’s employability as they enter the job market.
The Graduate Employability Training Programme comprises a two week intensive course…

Patient dies in Noble’s Hospital of COVID-19

An Island resident who was being treated in hospital for COVID-19 has died (3 August 2021).  
Chief Minister Howard Quayle said:

‘It is extremely saddening to hear of the passing of another member of our community from this cruel virus. My thoughts ar…

Pregnant women encouraged to get COVID-19 vaccine

Midwives and healthcare professionals on the Island are encouraging women who are pregnant or considering pregnancy to register for the COVID-19 vaccine to protect themselves from the virus.
This push comes as the UK’s Chief Midwife urges expectant mot…

Call for communities to get together for Biosphere Bee in 2022

UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man is inviting individuals and organisations to take part in a series of Island wide sustainable picnics next year known as The Biosphere Bee Community Picnic 2022. 
Groups will be able to plan their own sustainable picnic to …

Residential design guide updated with strong references to climate change

A guidance document that helps people designing houses and extensions in the Isle of Man has been updated, with more emphasis on environmental issues such as climate change, biodiversity and active travel.
The Isle of Man Government is committed to re…

More than 1,200 students set to receive grades

More than 1,200 pupils will receive their A-level and GCSE grades in the Isle of Man this month, despite the cancellation of all exams due to the global health emergency. 
Results for Year 11 and 13 students have been obtained by schools using a range…