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News around Isle of Man

Land Registration Notices Launched Online

The Land Registry has launched a new Notices page on its website, as part of a wider response to the recommendation of the Tynwald Select Committee on Voluntary Registration of Land.
Using existing powers, the Land Registry now require publication of N…

Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK opens Nature’s Value: Biosphere and Biodiversity in the Isle of Man

‘Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, although after the travelling I have done this week, I am not quite sure I have adjusted back to Manx time!
‘It is a privilege to be invited to open today’s event, which marks the start of Manx Wildlife Week.’
A st…

Department buys horse tram stables

The horse tram stables at Tramway Terrace have been bought by the Department of Infrastructure from Douglas Borough Council (DBC) for £600,000. 
This supports the Department’s plans for the regeneration of Douglas Promenade and the future operation of …

Prisoners and staff pick litter and raise funds for charity

Staff and prisoners from Isle of Man Prison walked the Millennium Way to help raise money for Manx Cancer Help.
As well as raising funds for charity, the walkers performed an important environmental role by picking up litter left behind during the Lis…

Tickets for ISLEXPO’s Founders’ Feast Now Available

ISLEXPO, hosted by the Department for Enterprise, will open this year with a ticketed ‘Founders’ Feast’ in the Villa Marina gardens on Tuesday 15 May. 
Guests attending the opening dinner will enjoy a 3-course meal showcasing seasonal local ingredient…

Minister attends British-Irish Council meeting

Minister for Health and Social Care, David Ashford MHK, today represented the Isle of Man at a British-Irish Council Ministerial meeting in Edinburgh.
The meeting, hosted by the Scottish Government, focused on social inclusion and the important role pl…

Financial Sanctions: Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea)

This news release is issued in respect of the restrictive measures directed against the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.
Council Regulation (EU) 2017/1509 has been amended following the publication in the Official Journal of the European Union of…

Become a champion of consumer rights

An opportunity has arisen for a member of the public to play an active role in championing consumer rights in the Isle of Man.
The Council of Ministers is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and skilled individual to serve on the Board of the Off…

Planning Application Weekly 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 …

Households encouraged to take part in survey

Letters are being sent to households inviting people to take part in a survey that will help to shape the Island’s future finances and inform the development of Government policy.
The Cabinet Office is seeking a wide cross-section of the Manx public to…