Isle of Man News

Ronaldsway Airport is warning passengers to expect some disruption tomorrow.

One of the most popular events in Douglas won't go ahead this year, because of tides.

Equipment from a café in the south of the Island will be sold off at auction this weekend.

The government says there's been a small increase in unemployment but a huge drop in the number of openings at the Jobcentre.

Ratepayers in the Island's capital will find out how much they'll be paying later this week.

A wildlife organisation in the west of the Island says it's moving home.

Forecasters have issued a yellow weather warning, with rain and gales set to sweep the Isle of Man.

A pub in Douglas is hosting a special event as it marks half a century serving the community.

If you need your bin emptied in Port St Mary, you're being advised to tag your bin!

A planning application's been submitted to expand a quarry at the northern tip of the Island.

The Steam Packet has announced more sailings have been cancelled because of bad weather this week.

The government's started consulting with businesses over possible changes to the events licensing process.

A local woman's planning a historical walk to raise money for the Army Benevolent Fund.

The Steam Packet says two of today's sailings have been cancelled because of bad weather, with others possibly disrupted.

The police are appealing for witnesses about a fight which happened outside Jak's bar in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Representatives from international financial watchdog MONEYVAL are visiting this week to start preparations for the Island's major assessment this year.

Window Wanderland is returning this March, bringing the Island's streets to life with colourful, creative window displays.

A three-day motorsport event on the Island later this year is looking for marshals to help out.

A rural road in the South of the Island has been closed for nearly a month.

A new charity ultramarathon will launch in the Island this summer.

Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a further weather warning for coastal overtopping today.

Manx Care says a dental practice is set to relocate once more this coming week.

The Steam Packet has announced it's cancelled two ferries because of bad weather today.

The Douglas Harbour lift bridge will be temporarily closing overnight next month.

The Salvation Army's about to launch a weekly lunch club to fight loneliness and isolation around the Island.

Laws dealing with the economic regulation of Island gas suppliers will be discussed in the House of Keys this coming week.

What progress has be made on plans to install solar panels on public buildings and infrastructure?

Douglas Council says it's going to cut down 39 trees on safety grounds.

The government's allocated nearly one million pounds to an artificial intelligence initiative.

Toffee the dachshund has now been found, following a public search which involved drones and many volunteers.

Organisers of a search for a missing dog say people bringing their own drones is risking mid-air collisions.

Two more Steam Packet sailings are now in doubt becase of the bad weather this weekend.

A Manx voice actor has been celebrating this week after winning two awards in Los Angeles.

An MHK will be asking for updates on the state of two roads in the South when the House of Keys sits next week.

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The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company says some sailings could be cancelled today.

Forecasted high winds mean another yellow weather warning has been issued for today.

Questions about the number of dementia patients on the Island will be raised in the House of Keys next week. 

A local woman's planning a 45 kilometre trek through the Andes mountains to raise money in memory of a baby in the family who died from sepsis.

An Island car dealership has praised a teenager’s ambition and talent for videography after he asked to film some of its vehicles.

The Department of Home Affairs is hosting a recruitment day for those interested in serving in the police, fire and rescue service or at the prison.

An MHK wants to know when laws will be brought in to protect tenants from damp and mould in their homes. 

An MHK wants to find out whereabouts on the Island college students travel from.

Castletown Commissioners have announced they'll be reducing rates for the upcoming year.

An MHK's asking if the Health Minister can provide a timetable for the re-opening of the private patient ward at Noble's Hospital.

A man police describe as "possibly the most prolific" drug dealer the island’s ever seen has been jailed for 20 years.

The Steam Packet says four upcoming sailings are at risk of possible disruption because of bad weather.

Lawrie Hooper has announced his resignation from two government departments over Chief Minister Alf Cannan's cabinet reshuffle this week.

Two friends from the Island are planning to row 3,200 miles across the Atlantic for charity

An Island mother's been sentenced to two and a half years in prison for causing grievous bodily harm to her 3 month old baby.

2025 was one of the warmest years ever recorded on the Island, according to a new Ronaldsway Met Office report.

Dates have been announced for the annual Isle of Man Young Farmers Concert.

How much have Steam Packet freight costs increased by? 

Marown Commissioners have reduced rates for residents, thanks to historic outstanding rates collected by the IOM Government.

Another yellow weather warning has been issued for coastal overtopping today.

Entries are now open for this year's Easter Festival of Running.

The government wants your views to plan for Autism Acceptance Month this year and to develop its strategy for the condition. 

The government's Housing and Communities Board is still considering whether to go ahead with a rent-to-buy scheme. 

The government's warning the public to be vigilant as the Island sees a spike in social media scams.

The Coastguard is warning of more palm oil washing up on the Island's shores.

An Island designer is flying the Manx flag in the UK fashion and costume design industries.

Bus Vannin is holding a drop-in session for people with questions about its services next week.

The Department of Infrastructure is currently considering options to develop Crossag Farm in Ballasalla.

The government employs over 60 full-time staff who work in media, marketing or public relations.

The government says students and their families will get more help with the cost of university from September.

Tynwald's voted to back cutting April's minimum wage rise from 9.9 percent to five percent.

Deal or no Deal star Noel Edmonds has launched a new wine range which will be sold exclusively on the Island.

Two of the Steam Packet's sailings have been cancelled because of bad weather today.

Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for coastal overtopping today.

There's been no consideration given to equipping social services workers with body cameras, according to the health minister.

A new specialist police unit has been set up to tackle serious international money laundering.

Works to install a wastewater treatment plant in a popular glen are due to start today.

The deadline to register children for primary school is approaching this month.

Police have announced the identity of the man who died in a single-car crash at Hillberry outside Onchan last week.

Manx Utilities says it will reschedule the closure of Peel Promenade for sewage works to reduce disruption for local businesses.

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Chief Minister Alf Cannan says the Department of Infrastructure will "re-visit" all plans for new 20mph zones.  

Chief Minister Alf Cannan says there'll be significant increases to personal tax allowances for "those who most need" it this year.

The government says it now plans to raise the minimum wage in April by five percent instead of 9.9 percent.

Bluetongue virus antibodies have been found in a cattle herd on the Isle of Man, prompting immediate veterinary action.

Former Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood says she did not step down, but was sacked without notice during yesterday's cabinet reshuffle.

The number of passengers using Ronaldsway Airport last year fell by more than four per cent.

The Steam Packet says two of today's sailings have been called off. 

A yellow weather warning has been issued for coastal overtopping.

Can the treasury calculate how much on-Island VAT is paid to UK and international construction companies? 

Ramsey MHK Lawrie Hooper will quiz a minister about planning policy in the town when Tynwald sits this morning. 

Island residents were treated to a spectacular light display last night as the northern lights illuminated the skies.

Tynwald will sit for the first time in 2026 this morning, with 20 questions on the order paper. 

Two local business organisations have welcomed today's cabinet reshuffle and say they hope for "constructive dialogue" with new Treasury Minister Chris Thomas.

College students will be pitting their trade skills against counterparts from Guernsey and Jersey next month.

Douglas Council says it hasn't had any public reports of broken streetlights on the prom, but found some during routine inspections.

The new infrastructure minister says one of his first priorities will be to pause the rollout of 20mph schemes across the Island.

Do you live in Malew and know of someone with great community spirit?

Chief Minister Alf Cannan asked Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood to resign over the rollout of 20mph zones and controversy about the Local Government Bill.

A Tynwald committee will hear from senior figures in the Department of Infrastructure this week.

The government's announced Infrastructure Minister Dr Michelle Haywood has stepped down.

Chief Minister Alf Cannan's announced plans to appoint Chris Thomas as treasury minister today.

It's been announced that Treasury Minister Dr Alex Allinson has stepped down.

Are airport staff trained to check passports and immigration when flights land on the Island?

The Department of Education, Sport and Culture says it's spent almost £349,000 on five sports over the last three years.

A new beauty salon has launched in the Island’s capital.

The RNLI's holding recruitment sessions in the north of the Island this month. 

Education Minister Daphne Caine says her department releases updates about the Island's childcare strategy four times a year.

What do you think of the Island's travel links?

The government's holding a drop-in session to help people prep for emergencies. 

A company behind a local political campaign group has been dissolved. 

An MHK wants to find out what can be done to reduce the disruption caused by road works on Peel Promenade. 

The Isle of Man Chamber of commerce is to host a breakfast event with the Treasury Minister to discuss this year's budget.

Manx Utilities is reminding people to update their email addresses as the free manx.net service comes to an end.

How many roadside trees has the Department of Infrastructure identified as being dangerous? 

The amount owed in rates by residents of the capital has fallen.

Plans have been submitted to turn a board game cafe into a takeaway. 

The Isle of Man's cheerleading team is asking for your help to get to the world championships this year. 

An MHK wants to know if body cameras have been considered for social services workers. 

An Onchan MHK says he's shocked at the sudden introduction of new 20mph zones next week.

An online petition is calling for a new calisthenics area to be set up in Douglas.

33-time TT winner Michael Dunlop has been named Irish Motorcyclist of the Year for the third time.

Manx Utilities says it's rescheduled a planned closure of Peel Promenade as it carries out sewage works.

A local Youtuber has made it their mission to find the Island's best sausage bap.

The Island's financial regulator is warning people not to fall for a fake bank website.

A local authority in the south of the Island has issued a plea over dog fouling.

Police are appealing for witnesses after someone lost their life in a car crash earlier today.

The Island's Information Commissioner has been asked to investigate after the government sent out election letters which could leak people's personal information.

An MHK has described a million pounds being spent by the government on AI as "insane".

Port Erin's bus ticket office is to close for more than six weeks.

A stretch of the Mountain Road in Onchan will remain shut until this evening, according to police.

Infrastructure minister Michelle Haywood says new 20mph speed limits will make communities safer, as her department starts to put up signs next week.

An animal charity's petition calling for pet shock collars to be banned on the Island has hit 1,000 signatures.

The government says it's spending £1 million of taxpayers' money on a national AI office.

Police say a road in Onchan will be closed for some time because of an incident.

The Post Office has released a new set of stamps marking the Zodiac Year of the Horse.

The Department of infrastructure says a road traffic order introducing 20mph zones in Douglas and Onchan comes into force next week.

A woman hoping to trek across the Arctic Circle will hold a fitness day in Ramsey this month to raise money for charity.

A housing development and possible new school in the south of the Island will be under the spotlight next week.

The Department of Infrastructure says you can now pay car tax and upgrade driving licences online.

Most people who need visas to move to the Island have to have English language skills to do so, according to Treasury Minister Alex Allinson.

Airport staff aren't required to check if the way someone looks matches the gender on their travel documentation.

The founder of a new mental health charity has won Douglas Council's community champion award.

Manx Care says audiology clinics at Noble's Hospital - which were suspended because of overcrowding last month - will resume next week.

If you catch Callig off the Island's coast, there's new advice for you from the government.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a driver crashed into a van but didn't stop earlier this week.

Police say scammers impersonating banks over the phone have cost Manx residents £135,000 recently.

Police are reminding people to keep their dogs under control at a critical time for the Island's farmers.

Police are warning drivers after reports of speeding outside schools, with children only in their second week of the new term.

Onchan commissioners are reminding people to park considerately after bins couldn't be emptied this morning.

An Island nursing lecturer who touched a student sexually and bullied another has been struck off the professional register.

A popular pub in the west of the Island will shut its doors at the end of this month.

A road in the south of the Island will be closed next week.

Does the Department of Infrastructure plan more work on Douglas Promenade after a huge upgrade scheme?

Justice Minister Jane Poole-Wilson says a third of people who needed interpreters during criminal investigations were TT visitors.

Public Health Isle of Man says a vaccine against a virus that causes six different cancers will be offered to Year 8 students later this year.

The Financial Service Authority has issued new guidance to the Island's banks about people who have difficulty opening accounts.

Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says the government carried out an assessment before suggesting raising the minimum wage - and commissioned an independent report.

King William's College says it'll offer A-levels as well as International Baccalaureates from September.

Fire crews were called to reports of smoke coming from an industrial unit in Braddan yesterday afternoon.

Education Minister Daphne Caine says all school and college staff will be paid for snow days.

An Island charity that helps people feed their pets has put out an urgent appeal.

A heritage organisation in the west of the Island says it's changed its email address, with just a  week until manx.net users have to start paying for the service.

The Ben my Chree has begun sailing from Ireland to Pembrokeshire.

This year's TT will see the Great North Air Ambulance Service become its charity partner.

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Inflation rose to 3.3 per cent on the Isle of Man last month, according to the government's latest figures.

Education Minister Daphne Caine says her department is baffled by allegations Christmas carols were banned by schools this year.

Chief Minister Alf Cannan says the government spent more than £5.2 million on expenses and mileage over the last five years.

There's no need to worry if you notice the emergency services at the airport today.

A woman's appealing to the public for information after a memorial bench to her teenage son was hit by a car. 

The Salvation Army says well over 1,800 people needed help over Christmas as they struggled with living costs.

The police have announced they're holding a weapons amnesty.

Will establishing a national office for Artificial Intelligence need new laws?

The police are warning of ice on some of the Island's roads this morning.

Education Minister Daphne Caine has apologised after a decision to close schools during recent snow was announced late.

Ramsey commissioners are asking for help from the public tackling dog fouling in the town.

An organisation which helps run the internet in Europe, the Middle East and Asia says the Isle of Man will now help measure performance.

A town centre store in Douglas looks set to expand, as it applies for planning permission for a new shopfront.

The police have issued a warning as more palm oil washed up at Smeale Beach in the north of the Island. 

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture can't say how much income is made from exported lumber.

Douglas Council says it'll set up a permit system for a car park in Anagh Coar to stop doctors, nurses and paramedics being issued tickets.

A school in Douglas has applied for planning permission to keep hosting campers during TT and Manx Grand Prix.

Do you know where to find a Manx-built hovercraft? 

Less than two percent of social housing in Douglas is lying empty, according to the city's Council.

A new Island wholesaler says it will supply 100 per cent Manx-produced meat to restaurants, hotels, schools, and caterers.

The number of people ending up in Accident & Emergency because of drugs almost halved last year, according to Manx Care figures.

A doctors' surgery in Braddan says it's changing the way it books appointments today, Tuesday, January 13.

Dominos Pizza has announced a new opening date for its latest branch in Ramsey.

The House of Keys sits for the first time in 2026 this morning, with recent bad weather set to dominate questions.

Douglas Council says it's spending just over £7,500 making it easier for families to play music or video at the crematorium.

The chief executive of Manx Care plans to walk the length of Hadrien's Wall to raise money for the Great North Air Ambulance.

The Steam Packet Company says its Manxman sailing tonight will be delayed.

Manx actor Joe Locke is joining a stellar cast in a new film about an actor who died from AIDS.

Ramsey commissioners are asking for help from the public tackling dog fouling in the town.

The Department of Infrastructure says it won't release details of talks with easyJet, because the information could prejudice discussions in future.

The Steam Packet Company has launched a new survey to find out what Island residents want from ferry services.

The Island's capital has 36 dilapidated buildings on a council blacklist.

An Island management consultancy firm says it's looking for investors to buy a top-flight football club in Eastern Europe.

Pulrose could be getting a new specialist sports venue, after a developer approached Douglas City Council.

A huge celebration of the life of one of the TT's greatest-ever riders is in the running for an award.

Manx Utilities is warning motorists specialist equipment it needs to upgrade sewage treatment in the west will be on the roads tomorrow.

A charity which helps injured riders and their families at the Manx Grand Prix will vote next month on shutting down.

Should the Island introduce a UK-style debt repayment scheme?

There'll be temporary traffic lights on the main road into Onchan from today as new streetlamps are installed.