The Communications Commission is set to introduce new laws that could help tackle online cyberbullying.
The Communications Bill has been more than two years in the making, and deals with regulations for broadcasters and telecommunications.
One section, however, says sending grossly offensive, indecent, obscene or menacing messages - or messages known to be false - would become criminal offences.
Anybody found breaking the law could face six months in prison or a fine of up to £5,000.
MHK wants update on gender violence strategy
An MHK will quiz a minister about a strategy to tackle violence against women.
17 minutes slashed from Parish Walk record
This year’s Parish Walk came to a record-breaking end this morning.
Manx Care can't compare waiting lists to UK
Manx Care says it can't compare its waiting lists with those in the UK.
Cruise ship spending day in Manx waters
A cruise ship will be making two Manx stops in a day today.
Department doesn't know how often Mountain Road crashes delayed TT
The Department for Enterprise says it doesn't know how many TT sessions have been delayed because of crashes.
Police investigate after serious assault in Peel
Police have launched an investigation after a serious assault in the west of the Island.
Smoking ban for anyone born after 2009?
A House of Keys committee says the government should introduce a generational ban on buying cigarettes.
Meningitis jab up for discussion in House of Keys
Will people on the Island be getting a vaccination to protect them from Meningitis B?
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