Isle of Man News from Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Governance review calls for greater accountability in Manx Care operations
The report highlights inconsistent meeting practices, variable Board contributions, and absent performance measures for Shared Services.
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Manx Care issues plea after increase in drivers following ambulances
'This adds extra risk to the already significant risk of emergency driving'
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Overall pass rate of 99% for Manx A level students
Around 80% expected to continue into higher education
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Manx businesses now able to sell through Etsy
E-commerce site recognises Isle of Man as a supported location
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Island to fall silent to mark Victory over Japan Day
Commemorative services planned for 80th anniversary of the end of WWII
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Worries about number of clearance places not a concern at one Manx school
QEII High School says the vast majority of students got into their first or second choice universities
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Fire service warns ground is tinder dry after tackling two grass fires
Crews deal with incidents at Keristal and Cregneash
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New Manx Grand Prix schedule for 2025 'a relief', says supporters club
Expanded 12-day programme getting underway this weekend
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Helping people recover at home is better for everyone, insists Manx Care
Follows criticism of decision to reduce number of beds in RCDH ward
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20mph drop-in session for Kirk Michael residents
Chance to give your thoughts to the DOI minister at the Civic Centre
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New employment rights for parents welcome - 'but long overdue'
Changes are due to come in on 1 November
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Hundreds of Manx students to collect A level results
DESC says staff will be on hand to offer advice and guidance