Isle of Man News

A Manx travel company has clients in resorts in the region 

It's amid ongoing tensions between Iran, the US and Israel 

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Chris Thomas was answering a question on the wet-ink stamp in the House of Keys 

Passengers are advised to check with their airline for the latest updates

Health minister says 968 sessions carried out since April 2025, with average utilisation of 80.6 percent against 85 percent target

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Tim Crookall insists decisions are made with police as rapidly changing weather prompts safety concerns

It's hoped to be laid to Tynwald 'as soon as possible'

New Manx Museum display showcases artwork inspired by decades of exploration beneath Laxey and Lonan

The warning will come into force from 8.30pm

This morning, the US and Israel launched attacks on the country 

Russ Foster says forward-facing firearms capability reflects risk assessment

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Both jurisdictions have backed the right to choose

Tomorrow's 2pm Liverpool to Douglas crossing will depart 10 hours later 

Registered jobless total increases by 26 over the month, while live vacancies jump by 130, new figures show

SSEN says Arrow will handle construction materials and project freight

Charity's headquarters now known as MWDW Info Centre

Work is ongoing to resolve the issue

It's taking place at The Lodge in Strang, near Noble's Hospital from 1pm to 4pm

TUC says discussions have gone quiet after what it describes as a weaker offer made "over the phone"

Long-serving community figure remembered for decades of service to church and local charities

Charity and DHA officers speak about 2026 campaigns and progress with targeted action plan

All eyes on Isle of Man and Jersey as UK law set to miss May deadline

Traffic conditions '50% busier' says firm

Gathering in St John's to remember 35 Manx residents killed

Device installed at Northern Swimming Pool

An initial print run of 5,000 stickers will be distributed

Officers from Douglas Station also attend chimney fire

Victoria Road branch closing in April due to 'operational reasons'

Chief constable says stronger enforcement has driven results but raises the need for alternatives to custody

Latest figures shows 4.5 percent growth between 2024 and 2025

Fourteen accolades presented in celebration of Island sport in Douglas

Children’s mental health transformation programme reaches final stage following two-year review of waiting lists

Public to be given the chance to have their say in the coming weeks

Organisation also voices concern over fatigue for drivers providing contingency services

The Isle of Man unites with Guernsey and Jersey regulators raising concerns about non-consensual AI-generated images

Vice Chair Sandra Cottam-Shea says future designs must work for everyone

In September, residents will cast their vote on who they'd like to represent them in the new administration

Matthew Richardson is guest of honour at 2025 Isle of Man Sports Awards

Dispute continues as drivers reject latest pay proposal

All departures and most arrivals now impacted

DoI Minister Tim Crookall says delays due to framework 'redesign'

Feedback on legislation in other parts of British Isles is being sought

Unite says offer weaker than previous position and fails to address 'core issues'

Sculpture Yn Arreyder is being re-installed

Student constables are being supervised by training team

Proposals to be considered by planning committee on Monday

Could an RNLI servicing centre be created in the north?

Douglas South MHK wants to see business case sooner

Commuters await update on negotiations

Isle of Man Law Society warns long-term debt and high interest rates risk deterring students

Almost seventy removed from harbours in three years

Manx Children's Art Therapy hosting special fundraising event

34-year-old confirms Superbike machinery

Minister asked for update in House of Keys

MUA brands White Hoe Wastewater Pumping Station work 'essential'

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Treasury says 'some' legal and professional fees are being covered through the Capital Contingency Fund

Include fire and road traffic collisions

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Government tracking UK developments amid consideration to implement Online Safety Act 2023

Energy provider wants to hear from landowners who may have suitable sites

But it won't be done in the next six months

Ørsted's Mooir Vannin project to enter examination phase

Some drivers are now into the fourth day of a planned 10-day strike on the Island

Government plans to introduce its own corresponding ETA scheme in the near future

Ramsey MHK wants answers over monies spent without Tynwald approval

Department for Enterprise told to re-process request after blanket confidentiality exemption ruled inappropriate

Shaun Pinner to speak as fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion is marked

Members to question ministers on social media age limits, housing rents and Liverpool ferry dispute

Culture Vannin and Mooinjer Veggey team up to celebrate linguistic diversity and multilingualism

Service to take place in St John's marking 68th anniversary

DOI says proposals scrapped after 'serious concerns' raised

Conservation work on historic site enters next phase

Leader Devon Watson says government needs to 'accelerate' social housing plans

Jason Moorhouse wants to know whether Australia style ban being considered 

Department of Infrastructure to go back to the drawing board following 'serious concerns'

Team excavating route between Port Erin and Port St Mary

Commuters face disruption but remain 'sympathetic' to drivers

Some airlines introduce new travel requirements

Schoolchildren can use Go Cards on regular services or use the Manx Electric Railway

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Treasury minister questioned about omission of energy transition costs in Budget

Debbie Halsall says bus drivers just want to same as other public sector workers

Rob Callister hopes the unions will support efforts to ensure departments stick to their budgets

Manx farmer says local growers are falling behind their UK counterparts

Sarah Maltby wants reinstatement plans by April

Wayne Knighton hoping to honour Keighley

His Majesty's Coastguard in the UK and the General Lighthouse Authority have been contacted

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Passengers urged to remember the public service provided by drivers

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Ashford: 'Well-run transparent election is clear priority’

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Michelle Haywood says the personal allowance increase is 'baking in poverty'

Portable cabins in 'good state of repair'

Contingency timetable in place during 10-day walkout

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MHk warns the next treasury minister could have difficulties balancing the books

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£400,000 to be spent conducting data gathering exercise

Budget shows 'significant investment' in infrastructure, says Allinson

Increase in headcount attributed to investment in front line services

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10-day strike got underway this morning

Court of General Gaol Delivery to receive social enquiry report before passing sentence of 34-year-old

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Chris Thomas MHK was asked if any money could be drawn from reserves to avoid strike action

Key arrival points to be 'enhanced'

Drivers 'deserve fairness, not vilification', says trade union group

Ten day walkout gets underway

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It's being funded in line with the Sir Jonathan Michael report for the first time from April

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Benefit is going up by 2.9 percent in 2026/27

Spray and waves expected to impact exposed roads

Pub hosts community fun day to mark the occasion

Contingency plan published as ten day walkout to begin

Trial listed for November

DOI says staffing levels 'unknown' as bus drivers stage industrial action

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Colby Glen has been shut since 8 January

Latest round of screenings to take place on 25-26 April

It is to fix a dolphin fender

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Douglas City Council hopes to increase footfall to the high street

It's not yet known what contingencies will be in place just yet 

It's a 10-day planned action by Unite the Union 

Chair dismisses claims subpostmasters have been 'bullied out of their contracts'

Three members join new roles as one steps down from Department for Enterprise

Site 'above capacity' but not 'overcrowded', say governors

Bus Vannin services delayed last night after emergency closure came into force

It's expected to end by 2.30pm 

Isle of Man CAMRA branch chooses different charity each year

Lead Member Katryna Baptist hopes it will encourage people to visit the town

Rebecca Hills reflects on starting a new business on the Island in a challenging climate

Department hopes 10-day walkout can be avoided

Route to stay shut for several days due to issue found during excavation work

Chris Thomas rejects "election giveaway" claims and says tax changes will boost growth

566 babies born last year as boys once again slightly outnumber girls

St Mark's residents learn how to use life-saving equipment

Exact location of fast-food outlet not yet known

MHK says things are not in order for future generations

MLC Gary Clueit raises concerns over local authority member's inclusion

Progress being made at the site

Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident in Oscar's to come forward

Lawrie Hooper votes against 2026/27 financial plan

The Trades Union Council says there were no talks between the two parties yesterday

Alex Allinson controlled the purse for most of this administration 

Consultation on permitted development will soon close

Viking Tom ready to battle half marathon

It's also hoping to create a memorial for former member David Radcliffe

'Exceptional day' sees high volume of calls and 'complex incidents'

The Chamber of Commerce and Local Economy Forum share their views on this year's Budget

Successful candidate will 'influence future of entire public service'

Planning has been approved for two new shop fronts

Party says Income Tax uplift should have been 'tapered'

DoI says there are 'varying reasons' for the use of deputy clerks

Former treasury minister says Income Tax change 'difficult to justify'

Ramsey and Laxey routes closed amid amber warning

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Current licence due to expire at the end of next month

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Local post offices will become postal only not 'centre of universe for community services', says chair

Recent questionnaire results found fewer than a third of doctors would recommend working at Manx Care

Residents of Curraghs Wildlife Park to appear on BBC

Treasury minister says joint assessments for cohabiting couples could be an administrative burden

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Cannan says reaching milestone has 'never been' a formal government ambition

Winds are expected to increase to gale force at times 

Chief minister explains absence of replacement secondary school from Budget

Amber weather warning for coastal overtopping in force later

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Industrial action currently due to begin this coming weekend

Teresa Cope reacts to £404.2 million allocation

Former Russian POW Shaun Pinner was friends with late Manx soldier Chris Garrett

Befriending charity teams up with Erin Arts Centre

Thomas wins backing for financial plan

'Significant' overtopping expected

Tuesday night Heysham crossings called off

Three bywords frame government’s ambitions for the year ahead, but what do they mean?

Treasury says focus is on maintenance

Chris Thomas delivers major speech setting out government spending, after only a month in the job

Callister questions whether financial plan will 'genuinely' help those struggling

Haywood fears personal allowance changes will create 'permanent hole' in government revenue

But Treasury using £126 million to balance the Budget this year

DHA minister welcomes additional £6m to keep Island 'safe and secure'

Treasury also increasing most other benefits

£412 million to fund services over next year

But concerns Manx Care spend could outstrip allocated funding

Chief minister says future funding may need to be looked at

Drive for greater efficiency continues

Road traffic collision left individual needing hospital treatment 

Work to be carried out in preparation for Island Games

Taxpayers could be almost £500 a year better off 

Chris Thomas unveils financial outlook for year ahead

It's already known personal allowances will be going up

Tynwald question time will follow annual Budget debate

It was one of the issues discussed at its public meeting last night

Frequency of closures reportedly affecting businesses in the north

It's as government published a document designed to improve understanding and awareness of public spaces,

Charlie William Marshall is hoping to handover £1,000 to the charity at the end of March

150th anniversary year intensifies pressure over unfinished Douglas promenade extension

Met Office says higher ground to be most likely effected

Incident on Parliament Street saw area closed

Former treasury minister hails importance of face to face talks

Indian citizens waited four days in Amsterdam as IOM gov liaise with UK 

Canada Life gives extra time off for employees

Police dealing with an incident in the north

Team recognised at prestigious event for further education 

We spend the day with the Manx Radio Breakfast presenter

Senior officers say technical nature of the department would make it difficult

It just means greater care is taken with planning 

Sixty-four-year-old Tony Thompson takes on transatlantic ARC rally

We spend the day with the Manx Wildlife Trust's Community Ranger

Former MHK forms 'Future Isle of Man'

Isle of Man residents will head to the polls in September 

Local band reflect on 'very surreal' week

With just a few weeks to go, what can we expect from the last Budget of this administration?