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News around Isle of Man

Chief Minister urges candidates to come forward for local elections

CHIEF Minister Allan Bell MHK is calling on people to become more involved in the future of their communities by standing as candidates in the local authority elections taking place throughout the Island on April 26. Nominations close on March 29.

Community meetings to discuss key issues facing the Island

ISLAND residents will have an opportunity to engage with Government Ministers on matters of national importance later this month during the first of a series of community meetings.

Bedding Safety Warning

The OFT is warning local consumers to be on their guard following instances of highly flammable ‘memory foam’ mattresses, mattress toppers and pillows being sold by rogue traders in the UK, often house to house or through the classifieds in local n…

Tynwald go-ahead sought for new outbound baggage x-ray machines and replacement conveyor system

Approval for funding for new Security X-ray machines and a replacement outbound baggage conveyor system at Isle of Man Airport will be sought at this month’s sitting of Tynwald.

Small CAMRA branch aims to stage a big beer festival

One of the smaller branches of CAMRA is staging its inaugural Real Ale Festival next month and is promising a unique experience for visitors coming to the Isle of Man from the UK.

A Bumper Programme of Attractions and Events ‘On Your Doorstep’

Isle of Man Tourism is pleased to invite visitors and residents to ‘On Your Doorstep’ exhibition, in association with 3FM, to find out about all the great attractions on offer right here on the Island all year round.