Isle of Man News from Wednesday, March 26th, 2025

'I burst into tears the minute they said "yes".'

South Ward will need a by-election to fill last seat

There are seven seats to fill and eight people have stepped forward for the roles

One new person joins eight returners to the local authority

One of the seats on the board remains empty 

The south ward will see four candidates vying for three seats

Two new people will join the board as three continue

Four people from the last board are continuing with their roles

Five people are confirmed to be joining the board

No contested election has taken place since 2012

Manx Utilities chair gives update in HoK

Elections for contested seats are to be held on 24 April

All seats have been filled with four returning 

Four of the previous board have chosen to remain on the board

Adverse weather forecasts could hinder completion of the work

Douglas teams called out on Wednesday morning

A former chief minister and current chair of the board are among those

Election material has been found which 'breaches' the Elections Act

It's not been in place since before the Covid-19 pandemic

Memory Lane Games aim to improve the lives of those living with dementia

Seats are up for grabs across the Island

A public inquiry will be held for residents to have their say

MU chair says some at the site itself will have to be cleared if plans are approved

Bill seeks to prevent those born after 2008 from being able to buy tobacco products

Alfred Cannan denies sudden departure of Andy Ralphs damages his administration

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MHK behind bill welcomes progress on legislation

Follows widespread criticism that clauses were being introduced without local authority knowledge

Organisation wants more officials to grow the women's game

There'll be an increased police presence in the area throughout the day