Testing discussed in House of Keys
The health minister has advised the Manx public not to buy private anti-body tests.
The remark was prompted by a question from Ramsey MHK Lawrie Hooper, who asked whether the Department for Health and Social Care had plans to roll-out private tests on-Island.
David Ashford says the department does not, and explained why:
Consent sought for plan to deal with Peel harbour silt
Plan is to treat around 16,000 cubic metres of sedimentÂ
Manx Care insists Martin Ward closure will be temporary
The facility at RDCH will be closed for around four weeks to deal with a 'pest control issue'
Court for Ramsey man accused of stabbing his brother
26-year-old has been bailed to an address in Peel
No plans to change prescription charges before election
But further policy development on prescriptions will be considered in 2026