Independent survey reflects government findings
The Health Minister says government research mirrors the findings of a major new study which shows older Island residents are damaging themselves with substances.
A newly published independent set of statistics highlights alcohol and substance misuse.
It states the age group putting themselves most at risk with binge drinking are those aged between 55 and retirement age.
David Ashford has acknowledged the findings:
Tynwald approves changes to sitting schedule, including half-term breaks and revised start dates
Measures to avoid school break sittings backed, with earlier October and January starts agreed
Plea to Manx parents to check meningitis vaccination status
It follows the death of two young people in the UK
Bus dispute ‘a considerable way apart’ as talks continue, says infrastructure minister
Tim Crookall optimistic progress is possible despite ongoing strike action and disagreements over contracts and pay structure
Noble's bed capacity exceeding industry-recognised 'safe levels'
The health minister's been responding to an urgent Tynwald question