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On receiving a COVID-19 vaccination letter contact 111 straight away

Isle of Man Government is encouraging people who receive their vaccination letter to contact 111 straight away and register for a COVID-19 vaccination by completing the online form or calling 111.
Minister for Health and Social Care, David Ashford MHK,…

Public urged to respect vaccination booking process

Vaccinator teams at the Island’s two hubs are working at capacity again this week as they continue protecting vulnerable groups from serious illness caused by Covid-19. More than 35,000 vaccines have been administered overall, with the rollout programm…

30 new cases of COVID-19 detected – 17 March 2021

30 new cases of COVID-19 have been detected in the Isle of Man.
All individuals are self-isolating along with members of their household and further tests will be offered. Contact tracing continues.
The current number of active cases of COVID-19 on the…

Reckless fly-tippers face heavy fines

People are being warned that fly-tipping will not be tolerated after a number of cases were reported on the Island in recent weeks.
Police and local authorities have taken to social media to share images of illegally discarded rubbish at local beauty s…

Building control changes delayed due to COVID-19

Proposed changes to building control fees and charges have been delayed for a second time due to coronavirus restrictions and pressure facing the construction industry.
The Building Control (Fees) Regulations 2021 were due to be considered by Tynwald o…

45 new cases of COVID-19 detected – 16 March 2021

45 new cases of COVID-19 have been detected in the Isle of Man. 
All individuals are self-isolating along with members of their household and further tests will be offered. Contact tracing continues. 
The current number of active cases of COVID-19 on t…

29 new cases of COVID-19 detected – 15 March 2021

29 new cases of COVID-19 have been detected in the Isle of Man. 
All individuals are self-isolating along with members of their household and further tests will be offered. Contact tracing continues. 
The current number of active cases of COVID-19 on t…

Labour Market Report for February 2021

The latest labour market report, compiled and published by the Economic Affairs team at the Cabinet Office, shows the number of people registered unemployed has fallen to 822 for February 2021. The number of registered unemployed increased by 433 com…

Graham Kinrade appointed permanent DESC leader

Graham Kinrade has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Department of Education, Sport and Culture on a permanent basis.
In the position he will be responsible for more than 2,300 staff and a budget of £115 million.
Mr Kinrade joined…

Financial Support Extended for Duration of Circuit Break Lockdown

Following the Chief Minister’s announcement that the current circuit break lockdown will be extended by seven days (until at least 00.01 on Wednesday 31 March), Isle of Man Government can confirm that Financial Assistance will also be extended, in orde…