Public urged to share view on introducing public protection zones on Island

MHK wants safeguards around medical and scientific facilities 

People are being urged to share their views on the designation of public protection zones on the Isle of Man.

The Safe Access Zones and Protected Public Places Bill 2024 completed its second reading in the House of Keys this week.

It’s designed to create zones around medical and social care services and scientific research facilities.

You can find out more HERE. 

The bill is being led by Rushen MHK Michelle Haywood who says it's not intended to impact on the right to protest. 

The clauses stage - where the House of Keys considers and debates the bill clause by clause - is expected to take place in April next year. 

Before then a consultation is running which Dr Haywood says she hopes people will engage with: 

You can find the consultation HERE.