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Public consultation on draft European (Withdrawal) Bill

The Isle of Man Government has today launched a six-week public consultation on the draft European Union (Withdrawal) Bill, which is set to commence its passage through the branches of Tynwald later this year.
The consultation will run until 29 May 201…

Financial Sanctions: Democratic Republic of the Congo

This news release is issued to publicise changes to EU sanctions measures in relation to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Council Regulation (EC) 1183/2005 imposing financial sanctions against the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been amended …

Chief Minister praises schools’ work with UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man

Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK is praising young people’s significant contribution to the Island’s future.
The Chief Minister announced that all 37 Department of Education and Children (DESC) schools have signed up as partners to UNESCO Biosphere Isl…

TT and Festival of Motorcycling assessment

The Cabinet Office is conducting an economic impact assessment of the TT and Festival of Motorcycling.
The work has been set up after a recommendation was approved during consideration of the Vision Nine report at the January sitting of Tynwald.
The as…

Financial Sanctions: Iran (Human Rights)

This news release is issued in respect of the asset-freezing measures directed against certain persons responsible for serious human rights violations in Iran.
Following the publication of Council Implementing Regulation (EU) No 2018/565, the Council o…

Changes to Bus Timetable from 16 April 2018

Changes to bus vannin services will be introduced on Monday 16 April 2018.
The changes have been brought in to ensure bus vannin offer the best and most efficient service possible.
With the introduction of the new bus timetable the following primary ch…

Patient facility to speed up hospital admissions

A new discharge lounge created in the main entrance of Noble’s Hospital will offer a comfortable place for patients to wait on their day of discharge while freeing-up vital beds on the wards.
The lounge, based in the former ‘Seagulls’ admin office, has…

Planning Applications – Publication List

In accordance with the Orders and Regulations listed below, the most recent planning applications received and validated for publication are now available for viewing online including a link on which the site extents can be viewed via an online map.
A …

Important Safety Notice: Red Kite 3 Way Baby Carrier

The Isle of Man Office of Fair Trading wishes to make the public aware of an important safety notice which has been issued by the manufacturer. 
Red Kite is recalling its 3 Way Baby Carrier sold between November 2017 and April 2018 having become aware …

Important Safety Notice: Britax Römer ‘DUALFIX’ Child Car Seat

The Isle of Man Office of Fair Trading wishes to make the public aware of an important safety notice which has been issued by the manufacturer. 
Britax Römer has issued a voluntary recall of specific ‘DUALFIX’ child car seats sold between November 201…