Isle of Man News from Thursday, October 23rd, 2025

9.9% Minimum Wage increase approved

Hourly rate will rise to £13.46 from 1 April
Douglas gelato store announces relocation plans

Isle of Gelato to move to Laxey
Fire crews put out 'small fire' in Laxey

Smoke reported during morning hours
Tynwald backs introduction of shared parental leave

Parents to be given flexibility to share up to fifty weeks of leave in a child’s first year
Select Committee formed to examine whistleblowing on the Island

Tynwald backs call for fresh look at the topic
MHK calls for Tynwald inquiry into whistleblowing practices across public sector

Debate follows release of government guidance discouraging disclosures to media or politicians
Treasury minister says rates consultation shows 'instability' of current system

Dr Alex Allinson said it's up to local authorities to mitigate any changes
'We can't just keep pumping raw sewage into the bay' says Garff Commissioners

Residents had their say about MUA treatment works plan at public meeting
Minister hopes Tynwald will 'reflect' before Area Plan for North and West returns

Proposal rejected but will be put forward for combined vote in November
"Would you feel safe here at night?"

Senior residents share their view on the Island's "safe" reputation
Climate change affects breeding patterns, says Manx Birdlife

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Chough decline linked to weather
Farming union president to retire this month

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Ean Parsons leaves after four years