The UK will go to the polls on July 4, in an attempt to upstage the Island's National Day.
Rishi Sunak made the announcement this evening outside 10 Downing Street.
He'd been promising a general election in the second half of this year.
Tynwald Day celebrations will get underway in St Johns on July 5.
Council says lights will be seasonal, not Xmas
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MHK wants water meter installation figures
Injured TT newcomer home from hospital
Tynwald approves extra £19 million for Department of Health and Social Care
Peel scent shop closing doors next month
Glen Helen road blocked by tree