The Government says that preparations to make the new jail at Jurby a
totally smoke free area have been underway for months.
The whole Island is due to have indoor smoking restrictions introduced from next week.
A former prisoner says cigarettes play an important part in day to day existence 'inside':
It is estimated that the vast majority of prisoners in the Island do smoke. There will be nicotine replacement therapy available.
Lack of TT trade 'to blame' for retail company closure
MD claims it's one of the reasons firm went into liquidation
Southern section of Mountain Road to reopen for the weekend
Restrictions to be temporarily lifted between Creg Ny Baa and Bungalow
Resident opinions wanted on social housing consultation
Review to take place on changes to allocation
Liverpool sailing cancelled
Saturday afternoon's crossing and its return affected by forecast bad weather