Isle of Man News from Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Commissioners 'saddened' by beach needle incident
Authority says it's 'committed to the provision of a safe environment for the public'
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Leaked letter reveals Manx Care draws up plans for elective surgery cutbacks amid financial strain
Financial pressures prompt Manx Care to consider fresh cutbacks to elective surgery provision from late 2025
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Wind turbine blades to be temporarily stored at Summerland
Would be at the site until all components have been delivered to the Island
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Creamery backs food security petition
'It is vital that people continue to support locally produced food and drink'
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Minister's hotel occupancy claim contradicted by official data
Tourism figures show hotels were not "full all season", with some occupancy rates falling below 60 percent in summer 2024
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Tourist 'disturbed' after granddaughter stood on used needle at Port Erin beach
John Boyer says they also found a second one in the same place a few days later
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Students call for more research into renewable energy
Castle Rushen High School pupils debate windfarm proposals
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Castletown Commissioners says there has been a 'good response' to Market Square consultation
Tony Brown believes that the square should be 'properly managed'
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Ramsey event planned to 'celebrate' Island's north
'Nice up North' will be held next month
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Young actor turns playwright for Laxey Mines play
Play looks in to mining life on Island centuries ago
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Thirteen Island landmarks being considered for special protection
Almost half the sites are part of the Manx heritage rail network