1,034 people out of work in January
More than 1,000 people were out of work on the Isle of Man last month.
New figures show there were 1,034 unemployed in January – up 630 compared to the same period last year.
400 job vacancies were notified to the Job Centre, in the first month of the year, with only 56 positions filled by the end of the month.
The Isle of Man now has an unemployment rate of 2.4% - that’s up from 1.8% in December 2020.
Peel bar impacted by bus strikes
Some bus drivers on the Isle of Man has resumed strike action over pay and contracts.
Care funding reform report delayed following ministerial change
Health minister says Council of Ministers will consider proposals before update to Tynwald in spring
Charity plans baby loss memorial garden at Noble's Hospital
Arlo’s Adventure is appealing for help from the Manx community to transform an unused courtyard
New rights for neonatal care leave and carer's leave on the way
Employment (Amendment) Bill 2025 completed its passage through Legislative Council