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Statement – Minister for Health and Social Care David Ashford MHK

The department is currently addressing a matter of serious concern which has arisen within the breast radiology department at Noble’s Hospital in respect of one radiologist. A number of women patients who were seen are affected.
I will today explain t…

Financial Sanctions: Iran JCPoA

This news release is issued to raise awareness of the United States decision to withdraw from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, otherwise known as the Iran nuclear deal. The President confirmed that the United States will begin the process of re-…

Financial Sanctions: Yemen

This news release is issued in respect of the restrictive measures directed against Yemen.
Annex I to Council Regulation (EU) No 1352/2014 has been amended with effect from 8 May 2018, following the publication of Council Implementing Regulation (EU) N…

Unique Icelandic adventure launches from Isle of Man Airport

A rare opportunity to go genuinely off the beaten track is being offered to Manx holidaymakers thanks to a brand-new and exclusive Arctic experience launching this week by Super Break.
Following the success of breaks departing from regional airports ac…

A chance to tell Government what you think about Island life

Members of the public have an opportunity to express their views on various aspects of Island life by taking part in the 2018 Social Attitudes Survey.
Commissioned by the Cabinet Office, the annual survey seeks feedback on a range of issues such as hea…

Public asked to help select new Manx national dish

The search is on for the public’s favourite Isle of Man produce which will claim the title of the new Manx ‘national dish’.
Whether its kippers, queenies, Loaghtan, beef, lamb, or another Manx product – the public has the chance to vote for the food th…

Digital Isle of Man Appointments made – Chair and CEO announced

The Department for Enterprise has announced the appointment of a non-executive Chair and a Chief Executive to lead the new Digital Isle of Man executive agency. Lydia Barbara will take on the role of Chair and Lyle Wraxall becomes Chief Executive.
Digi…

Proposal to purchase Isle of Man Steam Packet Company

Tynwald Members are being presented with a ‘once-in-a-generation opportunity’ to take strategic control of the Island’s sea services on behalf of the nation.
The Isle of Man Government has negotiated a deal to purchase the IoM Steam Packet Company and …

Government launches new Cyber Security Strategy

The Government has announced the launch of a new cyber security strategy, aimed at protecting the Island’s entire digital infrastructure.
The move follows the establishment last year of the Office of Cyber Security and Information Assurance (OCSIA) whi…