Manx Care and DHSC open to public meeting about Ramsey Cottage Hospital

Ramsey Commissioners says it's waiting for a date to be arranged with all stakeholders

Ramsey Commissioners has confirmed representatives from both the Department of Health and Social Care and Manx Care have agreed to take part in a public meeting about the cottage hospital. 

Vice-Chair Sandra Cottam-Shea says residents and ratepayers deserve to be kept up to date with progress and expected re-opening of the medical facility. 

The Martin Ward was initially closed due to a pest control issue in the roof in October 2025, but no reopening date has been confirmed by either DHSC or Manx Care.

Mrs Cottam-Shea says there's a lot of 'negativity' online about the closure. 

Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to her: