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2021 TT Races cancellation: FAQs

As a consequence of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Isle of Man Government has taken the difficult decision to cancel the 2021 Isle of Man TT Races.
We recognise that the cancellation may greatly impact our visitors and everyone associated with the …

Department for Enterprise confirms extended scheme of support for Tourism and Travel sector

The Department for Enterprise and Isle of Man Treasury have announced that they will be providing access to a range of financial support schemes and Government backed loans to support tourism and travel businesses affected by the cancellation of the 20…

Inventive Capital Advisers Limited – Cancellation of registration under the Moneylenders Act 1991

The Isle of Man Office of Fair Training hereby gives notice that the registration under the Moneylenders Act 1991 of Inventive Capital Advisers Limited has expired with effect from 27 November 2020. 

Chief Minister welcomes approval of Pfizer/BioNTech COVID vaccine

The approval of a COVID-19 vaccine has been welcomed by Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK.
The vaccine, developed by Pfizer and BioNTech, today received approval from the UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), the body responsi…

Outdoor activity centre plan for former quarry

An opportunity for an individual or businesses to create and manage a recreational activity centre on the site of a former quarry has been launched.
South Barrule quarry borders a popular plantation that is already home to several well-established leis…

Parents urged to register primary school starters

Parents of children who will start primary school in 2021 are reminded to register them with a school by 31 January, to help make the transition smooth and enjoyable.
The registration process for children who turn five in the next school year will also…

Financial Sanctions: Sudan

This news release is issued to publicise a correction issued by HM Treasury’s Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation in respect of 4 listings in the Sudan sanctions regime. These amendments bring the UK’s Consolidated List into line with Annex I …

Manx Youth Orchestra set for Christmas show

The Manx Youth Orchestra (MYO) will perform its annual Christmas Festival Concert at the Villa Marina in Douglas on Saturday 12 December.
The MYO brings together 200 young musicians who meet weekly to form various groups including Wind Bands, The Manx…

Probation centre opening event to showcase offender rehabilitation

Tromode House, home of the Island’s Probation Service, is to be officially opened at an event hosted by the Minister for Home Affairs Graham Cregeen MHK on Monday 7 December 2020.
The Rehabilitation and Resettlement Centre on the outskirts of Douglas o…

Feedback sought on taxi accessibility for disabled passengers

Equality for disabled passengers wishing to use taxis and private hire vehicles is the focus of a consultation launched today by the Isle of Man Government.
The Equality Act 2017 places an obligation on private hire vehicles to carry disabled passenger…