Isle of Man News

Oliver Helfrich will take up the role in January 2027

Island will go to the polls in a month

Call for new HoK to produce comprehensive housing policy in 12 months

Four-lap Senior event and parade laps planned

Richard Henthorn is the chair of Garff Commissioners 

Andrew Corrin says it's not the right time for the family

Vice-Chair Scott Wilson says it will provide direction and guidance for future developments

It's National Secondhand Wardrobe Day

Fire service says vegetation is still very dry and fires can spread quickly

Liam Chawke receiving treatment for back injuries

'Mrs Messenger' was a netball coach and taught at Castle Rushen High School

Racing is set to conclude on Tuesday

GP and former treasury minister says private healthcare isn't the only option

Report to be submitted to DEFA

Richard Eglin says racing provides a vital outlet

Liam Chawke conscious and talking after coming off at Black Dub

Alfie Duggan to stand in General Election 

One Island offers information on buses, flights, ferries and links to local news

Roads around the course close at 9.30am

Friends of the Gaiety explain plans

Financial pressures blamed for cuts

First floor of St George's Chambers to become music education space

The vast majority were killed in one day 

Peter Karran announces candidacy for Onchan

Focus on world of watchmaking

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Former treaury minister criticises 'toxicity' surrounding immigration

Figure 27% up on total for June

Formula One, Lightweight and Ultra Lightweight machines involved in afternoon session

The changes take place from Sunday 23 August

Roads around the Mountain Course are due to close at 9.30am

Eight lettable units to be built on estate

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Procurement process currently underway

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Former treasury minister says upcoming inspection has had an impact

Dean Bolton to stand for new 'Change' political party

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New parcel collection point introduced in Ramsey EVF station

Organisers make substantial changes with significant rainfall and wind expected

Police give update on incident in the south of the Island

Application branded 'highly unprofessional' and 'farcical' by MWT

Southern pub's doors open for 'fantastic new chapter'

Ramsey Town Commissioners has apologised for the inconvenience 

Police issue warning after incidents at the Sea Terminal

It's applied for planning permission to install insulation and new windows

MGP rider died in the 2026 event

DoI defends position on vehicles on Douglas Promenade

Over 400 signatures already gathered for Vin's Law

Sharon Lee Bridgens is the Change party's fourth member to stand

UPDATE: Further 1-hour delay to today's qualifying

Braddan Commissioners says problems raised will be resolved quicker

Vice-Chair Sharon Lambert says regular maintenance isn't authority's responsibility 

The idea stemmed from a friend asking for suggestions on where to visit

Hope to highlight the work they do and challenges they face

Roads will shut again tomorrow morning

The general election is on Thursday 24 September 

His son spoke of his strength, stubbornness and love

Andreas Racing Association 'deeply saddened' by death of Manx rider  

Students at QEII High School say they're pleased with their results

Sam Naughton was killed in MGP qualifying yesterday

Prison responds to allegations but more questions remain

Arwid Hall hopes to represent either Douglas East or Douglas South

All welcome to attend service at St Mary's of the Isle Church

Council says DoI 'omitted' cost from its budget

Pupils heading to high schools to find out how they performed

Denis Staunton standing for new political party 'Change'

Competition celebrates creativity, culture and the spoken and written word

Qualifying also scheduled to take place this evening

Chair Sandra Cottam-Shea says the town hall will help facilitate the scheme

MGP organisers confirm death of Sam Naughton

Naughton described as 'committed and respected road racer'

Federation confirms death of rider in MGP qualifying

Tonight's meeting is at the Centenary Centre from 7pm. 

Mauro Poncini died following qualifying incident last night (18 August)

Session scrapped due to forecast poor weather

Whitehouse in Kirk Michael says schedule changes are affecting preparations

Mark Cleator declares for new political party, Change

'Some cancellations, but we're busier than ever' 

Island adopted IHRA definition of antisemitism earlier this year

Andrew Forster standing for new political party, Change

Andrew Corrin to stand in September's General Election

First-timers receive vital donations towards their efforts

Contingency daytime session for MGP/Classic TT qualifying as well as evening closure

Event moves away from traditional festival for 2026

The new facility will help to grow the business

Organisers haven't named rider involved

Fire crews called out in the early hours

Questions raised around how events unfolded at Jurby facility

The local authority claims there was 'blatant damage' to floral planters and displays

Decision follows red flag during timed practice

Session halted during Senior/Supersport timed practice

Customers asked to switch their phones to silent or use earphones

Concertgoer 'shouted at' for speaking before show  

Island's 'patchwork' of authorities criticised 

Chair says building is an 'iconic' part of the town

MGP sessions disrupted due to conditions

Organisers of annual fire festival say 'fallow year' is needed

Mountain Course conditions unlikely to improve

Steam Packet vessel spent several days in dry dock after oil leak found

George Hargreaves makes House of Keys bid

Police issue warning as qualifying underway on Snaefell Mountain Course

Pupils will also have a vegetarian option to choose from

Does the Isle of Man have a weak high street?

ManxSPCA seeing rise in social media rehoming fails

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Roads around the Mountain Course are due to close at 6pm 

Community shares views on council's 12-month trial

Follows closure of village's newsagent

DfE says schemes have been 'generally well received'

'Stand Up to Suicide' message continues to be spread

Meetings to be held in coming weeks following review

Nearly two weeks of action planned for Snaefell Mountain Course

Advice from police head of motorsport event

Government urges voters to register with enough time

Production crew working on Quarterbridge Road

Jasper Carrott returning for two-night Gaiety Theatre show

Incident near Johnny Watterson Lane prompts investigation

But health body 'committed to openness and transparency' 

Opportunity to work at 'heart of Island’s constitutional and ceremonial life’

Investigations continuing after incident which destroyed fire engine 

Concerns over wind farm guidance issued to HoK candidates  

And 13.59% of forms outstanding across the Island

Manx actress to return to Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Banking group 'streamlining operations' across four jurisdictions

Manxman was a medallist at the Commonwealth Games in July

Crews from across the Island ensured cover was available 

People advised not to enter the water for 28 days

Sunday morning closure along Quarterbridge and Peel Road

Fly tipping warning from police after instances outside Crossroads

Station confirms it received an 'official letter of complaint' this week

Ambulance cover in the south to be maintained following station fire

A number of fish have been found dead in the river near Poulsom Park

Over 3,400 licences have been bought since 2024

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At the height of the incident nine fire appliances were on scene

Clerk of the Course says there's 'wriggle room' in the event of disruption

However, chair of UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man stresses no decision is made yet

Mayor says it 'brings out the best' of the people of the city

He steps into the role after 27 years with the business

Second volume of photography book published

Two firefighters were treated at the scene for minor injuries. 

Emergency services tackle blaze near Ronaldsway

There were 266 applicants on the register as of 20 July 

Oliver John Lockwood investigated three separate issues

High tide may affect some properties in the north

Department of Education publishes provisional results as youngsters figure out next steps

Parliament Street building could be renovated in a 'sympathetic manner'

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Deborah Heather says travel disruption is not unique to the Island 

Six weeks until the Island goes to the polls

Report by BBC Isle of Man

Teenagers sat exams earlier this year

'Isle of Man' production heads west

But organisers feeling positive ahead of 2026 event

Society surprised by positive response to classes

Ten-year periodic review submitted to UNESCO

Jury finds three men guilty after retrial

Offences described as of 'utmost gravity'

Prisoners refused to re-enter cells from exercise yard

SQR Limited combined biometrics and AI with security technology

Glen Falcon and beach currently being trialled

Talks on 'pig-butchering' and combatting transnational criminal empires 

Commissioner Dr Alexandra Delaney-Bhattacharya has issued it with a reprimand

There are ongoing reviews into the governance of several high profile organisations

But good weather looks set to break

Advice ahead of A-Level and GCSE results days

Officials say assistance especially needed for first few sessions

Janet Thommeny to make House of Keys bid

Partial solar eclipse and Perseid meteor shower on the way

The application for The Haven was one of the topics it discussed at its public meeting

No impact to public during exercise 

Four replacement trees to be planted at site

DHA confirms 'isolated passive incident' at Jurby facility

More choice and personal experience wanted

Manx Utilities classifies all pensioners as vulnerable people

Those breaching restriction could face prosecution and a fine of up to £10,000

James Cochrane to stand for the House of Keys

They will stop in Peel at around 5.30pm today 

Charity quizzes candidates ahead of polling day

Damian Ciappelli to stand in September's General Election

General secretary says 'you cannot kick the can down the road any longer'

Steve Crowther previously stood in 2016 and 2021

Clare Barber to stand in September

Tax and accountancy professional announces intention to stand in general election

Helen Sheppard to stand in September's General Election

Janine Shimmin hopes for HoK seat from September

Andrea Krüger to stand in September's General Election

Gary Chambers hoping for a seat in the House of Keys

Jason Moorhouse to stand in September 

Andrew Harris no longer vying for a seat in the House of Keys

Geoff Sutcliffe to stand in September

Andrew Smith says his decision has been led by recent health news

Steve Curphey is currently chair of Ballaugh Parish Commissioners

Ann Corlett has represented the constituency since 2016

Abby Quirk is a small business owner in Ballasalla

Deadline for nominees to register is looming

Dave Mackey hopes to gain a seat in the House of Keys 

Robert Cowell is a company director and former commissioner

Livia Lenarduzzi hopes to gain a seat in the House of Keys

Trevor Cowin hoping to gain seat in September's General Election

'Poli-chics' is being organised by The Level Up Club

Jane Poole-Wilson hoping to serve for a second term

It's after government's housing report reveals average house price on Island now nearly £400,000

Serving Chief Minister confirms plans to re-run in September

Katryna Baptist announces election bid

Colleen Dale-Beeton announces election bid for September