Isle of Man News

Manx Utilities wants to clarify the planning status of the feature

Legislative Council approves new regulations

Bushy's family takes cardboard cut-out of 'Raz' to Altrincham match

Vino has been on North Quay since 2015

Kenny Hall gave an incredible 68 years of service

Calls for more to be done to slow down the rate of land loss

CPD event to take place at the Manx Museum

It was one of the topics discussed at its public meeting last night

Julie Edge lays motion calling for two-term limit on Speaker and President posts

Isle of Man Farm Shop officially opened over the Easter weekend

Manx Utilities project to 'support the Island’s transition to cleaner energy'

Castletown petrol station to close for several weeks

Liverpool Echo reports from Preston Crown Court

Global privacy sweep highlights risks and improvements in children’s online safety

Full road closure on Old Castletown Road confirmed

The local authority said the equipment was removed following safety inspections

Currently only married couples or those in civil partnerships qualify

Route will be shut for 10 days

Addictive qualities of certain apps prompt concern amongst parents

Phil Gawne is leaving Arbory and Rushen Commissioners after 10 years in post

Proceeds will help fund the group's community apiary

Recommendations include lower mid-tier costs and exemptions for charities ahead of possible 2027 implementation

The Bishop of Sodor and Man has urged people to "to persevere in the face of uncertainty" in her Easter message

Treasury figures show gradual increase in spending, while long-term claims continue to dominate

Information Commissioner says department failed to fulfil its duties

Residents urged to recognise symptoms and take up screening as landmarks light up throughout April

FC Isle of Man back on the road at Stockport Town

Isle of Man’s first cannabis café says early trading affected but remains committed to concept

Event raises funds for hospice as organisation faces financial pressures

Tony Seymour recognised for transforming local green space and ongoing landscaping work

Visiting team fails to attend for morning kick-off

Manx waters researched over four year programme

But DOI says a number of informal objections received before plans withdrawn

Works aim to improve reliability and reduce risk of bursts, with some temporary road disruptions expected

Thousands of native trees planted at Creg y Cowin as three-year project finishes ahead of schedule

Route changes introduced for safety as hundreds take part in fell running challenge

Morning Douglas to Heysham crossing and return called off as blustery conditions forecast

It was one of the topics discussed at its public meeting last night

Ferry sailings cancelled as gusts of up to 80mph forecast, with risk of coastal overtopping in exposed areas

Comments come as Hospice Isle of Man confirms redundancies and financial pressures

Yellow warning issued with gusts up to 80mph expected in exposed areas

Organisers alter coastal section of course ahead of Saturday’s races as conditions expected to worsen

Patients report difficulties when booking to see a GP

Takes place over easter weekend

Manx Family Concerts hosting iconic children's tale

Seventeen-year-old gives talk about self-proclaimed 'weird pets'

It's the second of an Easter double-header of cup finals at The Bowl

Gusts up to 75mph expected on Saturday

Smile Dental Care 'not currently providing services'

Talks taking place over mitigation measures as sailing schedule disrupted

Manxman's crossings held up overnight and throughout Good Friday

Cliff technician winched down to collect him from Laxey cliffside 

Tynwald approved them in December 2025

Manxman to depart more than two hours behind schedule

Walter Wannenburgh KC has been in the role since 2022

Laurence Skelly announces he won't be seeking re-election in July

Manx Care says it's aware of patients' concerns over access appointments at Southern Group Practice

Young people and employers meet at annual Isle of Man Graduate Fair

Family have completed four out of five ultra marathons

Infrastructure Minister admits it probably won't be implemented until 2027

Manx Radio hears from would-be voters in Port Erin and Port St Mary

Local authority says it wants to give residents the chance to make submissions

A film screening in Peel hopes to highlight importance of the relationship between the two

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Tiling fault has been affected pool since November 2023

Locate Isle of Man event packs out Villa Marina Royal Hall

Petrol sees a slight drop

Chief minister says the situation is being constantly monitored

Ramsey member says Manx public already feeling the pinch

Manx Utilities estimates price rise will mean customers pay an extra £14 per year

General manager of Welbeck Hotel says idea should be dismissed 

Consultation on topic is open until 4 May

First sailing to Northern Ireland port

Autism in Mann hosting a number of events to raise awareness

Routine dental procedure leads to bizarre side effect

Steam Packet makes changes to Manxman's timetable over the coming days

Follows MHK's question in the House of Keys

Chief minister gives update in the House of Keys

The Baillie Scott building's been owned by Manx National Heritage since 2018

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Unite members have just concluded fifth round of strike action

The health minister says her department will offer the charity support following redundancy announcement

Plus statement from health minister on Hospice funding

Tynwald to be asked to receive report outlining pros and cons of visitor tax

LegCo asked to reform court treatment of 17-year-olds

One forecourt ran out of diesel just three hours after it was confirmed it had restocked

Manx Taxi Federation's reacting to the 50p jump

Mark Lewin tells Tynwald inquiry staff “should always be safe to speak out”, but acknowledges potential for confusion in reporting systems

They will be available from participating destinations

Chief Minister to address House of Keys on topic tomorrow

Forecourts prepare to replenish stocks as diesel prices rise

Average of 185.9p per litre - a 50p rise

Chief Technical Officer explains scrutineering

Roof repairs for heritage site in the north

Services transitioning online from 1 April

One outlet's confirmed the price will jump after a top of supplies later

MHK to ask about diagnosis initiative after hearing of 'heartbreaking' case on Island 

It's on Sunday 26 April

Two of Spar's five forecourts are out of diesel

Building not being sold but still concerns about its future

MYDC scouted to perform at 'world's biggest dance event' in London

Strong winds impacting the North Irish Sea today

Katryna Baptist issues update on social media a week on

The closure will be in place from 6am on Monday until 6pm on 30 September

MHK behind the bill is 'obviously concerned' at delays

Cousins to take on Mountain Course

Ronaldsway achieves Level 1 Airport Carbon Accreditation Level

A final decision for this afternoon's crossings will be made by 1pm

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Charity's high street presence to remain amid cuts and redundancies

Details to come on 'opportunities to carry over or cancel registration'

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Manx National Heritage reopened a number of locations on Friday

34 changes proposed in total 

Haydn Minay Ltd founded in 1972

23-year-old Liverpool man jailed for 22 months

Heysham crossing off today and four in doubt tomorrow

Manx Utilities carrying out emergency repairs on burst water main

Dr Alex Allinson to quiz health minister over charity's funding

Tree felling works to take place

It was confirmed at a requisition meeting which was held last night

Ramsey man raising money for Hospice today

Tindle Newspapers acquired by Iliffe Media Group Ltd and the Fowler family

'You asked, we listened'

Claire Christian to speak to Keys members as charity announces redundancies

New survey reveals less than 20% satisfied with reliability and cost of services

Customers offered chance to rebook

Drivers balloted as weekend walkout begins

Charity boss outlines financial difficulties amid calls for government support 

Visitor hubs set to be introduced at two locations this summer

Support is available to anyone trying to find a way out of their own darkness

Steven Crellin will formally accept the role at AGM in May

Supplies are said to be 'stable'

Laura and David Rowles have until 2 April to apply for necessary licenses

Captain of the Parish says they entirely understand the church's position

Hundreds of locals and visitors taking part in staple of Manx sporting calendar

Charity issues call for greater government funding 

Charity announces redundancies as it faces increasing financial difficulties

Board issues further statement amid ongoing row at local authority

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Manx Rock Ltd has taken over the running of the facility

Government taking action as part of a major international law enforcement operation

It says entry will be refused to people who don't live in the west

Minorca Hill to be closed between 9.30am-3pm

Talking microwaves amongst items donated

It was one of the items discussed at its March board meeting

Isle of Man residents will head to the polls in September

KPMG has been raising money for the Manx Breast Cancer Support Group

Peter Shimmin will be hoping to secure a seat in Douglas Central 

Manx Radio visits eastern constituency ahead of September's polls

The Isle of Man will go to the polls on 24 September 2026

Mark Firth hopes to secure a seat in Arbory, Castletown and Malew

Infrastructure minister plans to bring amendments to May's Tynwald sitting

There are 29 weeks before the general election 

In September, residents will cast their vote on who they'd like to represent them in the new administration

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Ashford: 'Well-run transparent election is clear priority’

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Michelle Haywood says the personal allowance increase is 'baking in poverty'

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MHk warns the next treasury minister could have difficulties balancing the books

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£400,000 to be spent conducting data gathering exercise

Budget shows 'significant investment' in infrastructure, says Allinson

Increase in headcount attributed to investment in front line services

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Chris Thomas MHK was asked if any money could be drawn from reserves to avoid strike action

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It's being funded in line with the Sir Jonathan Michael report for the first time from April

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Benefit is going up by 2.9 percent in 2026/27

Chris Thomas rejects "election giveaway" claims and says tax changes will boost growth

MHK says things are not in order for future generations

Lawrie Hooper votes against 2026/27 financial plan

Alex Allinson controlled the purse for most of this administration 

The Chamber of Commerce and Local Economy Forum share their views on this year's Budget

Party says Income Tax uplift should have been 'tapered'

Former treasury minister says Income Tax change 'difficult to justify'

Teresa Cope reacts to £404.2 million allocation

Thomas wins backing for financial plan

Three bywords frame government’s ambitions for the year ahead, but what do they mean?

Treasury says focus is on maintenance

Chris Thomas delivers major speech setting out government spending, after only a month in the job

Callister questions whether financial plan will 'genuinely' help those struggling

Haywood fears personal allowance changes will create 'permanent hole' in government revenue

But Treasury using £126 million to balance the Budget this year

Treasury also increasing most other benefits

£412 million to fund services over next year

But concerns Manx Care spend could outstrip allocated funding

Chief minister says future funding may need to be looked at

Drive for greater efficiency continues

Work to be carried out in preparation for Island Games

Taxpayers could be almost £500 a year better off 

Chris Thomas unveils financial outlook for year ahead

It's already known personal allowances will be going up

We spend the day with the Manx Radio Breakfast presenter

We spend the day with the Manx Wildlife Trust's Community Ranger

Former MHK forms 'Future Isle of Man'

Isle of Man residents will head to the polls in September 

Local band reflect on 'very surreal' week

With just a few weeks to go, what can we expect from the last Budget of this administration?

How Craig's Heartstrong Foundation helped netballer discover potentially life-threatening condition 

Survey places health services as number one topic for Manx Radio listeners

The chief minister says Tynwald and scrutiny committees ensure policy decisions are justified.

Reports of rising pressure on third sector over festive period

Mrs Maltby has held the seat in Douglas South since 2021

A look ahead to polling day 2026

Trade union claims unclear messaging on headcount are fuelling uncertainty

What has it been like for businesses there in the run up to Christmas?

So what needs to happen to regenerate Peel's high street?

Traders in Douglas say it's becoming an 'uphill struggle' to operate in the city centre

We take a look at what's promised for this year