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News around Isle of Man

Government to conclude Steam Packet purchase

The Isle of Man Government will this week conclude the deal to acquire the IoM Steam Packet Company.
Treasury Minister Alfred Cannan MHK will sign the formal agreement after Tynwald Members voted overwhelmingly in favour of taking strategic control of …

Noble’s staff all set to end PJ Paralysis

Staff across Noble’s Hospital are supporting a campaign aimed at ending what’s known as PJ Paralysis.
The campaign – which is also taking place across the UK health service at the same time – is all about making sure patients are up out of bed and dres…

Reminder about drone flying during the TT and Southern 100

The Isle of Man Civil Aviation Administration is reminding locals and visitors not to use drones to film the TT and Southern 100 practices and races and is warning of potential prosecution and fines for those that infringe a ‘no drone zone’.
Deputy Dir…

New campaign to shop local highlights power of pound in the pocket

A new campaign highlighting the wider economic benefits of buying local produce has launched.
Featuring artwork by local illustrator Alice Quayle, the campaign will appear on social media, at food and drink outlets across the Island, and will be promin…

Problems with fixed-line telephone network

There is currently an issue affecting calls to and from landline telephone numbers in the Isle of Man. As a result the public may find themselves unable to reach Isle of Man Government telephone numbers.  Government has been in touch with Manx Teleco…

Significant Support to Relocate Staff

The Department for Enterprise announced at ISLEXPO 2018 that it is investing a further two million pounds into its targeted relocation initiative to encourage employers in target, export sectors to bring new staff to the Isle of Man. 
The Employee Relo…

Further Support for Entrepreneurs

The Department for Enterprise announced at this year’s ISLEXPO that it will be increasing the financial assistance available via the Micro Business Grant Scheme, building on the success of the scheme in recent years. 
The existing scheme provides up to…

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 …

Publication List 18.05.2018

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 …

Community-spirited volunteers sought to join Parole Committee

The Parole Committee is looking for volunteers to support its work as a key part of the Island’s criminal justice system.
Community-spirited individuals who are interested in becoming involved in this rewarding aspect of Manx life are being invited to …