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.
Government says it's not required to hand over airport safety information
The Department of Infrastructure says it's exempt from handing over safety information about the airport under law.
How many island youth have been sectioned?
An MHK wants to know how many of the Island's young people have been detained and sectioned because of their mental health.
First cruise ship of the weekend is arriving this morning
A cruise ship carrying 264 passengers is due to visit the Island today.
Government appoints new Children's Champion
The government has appointed Chris Thomas MHK as its new Children's Champion.
Plans submitted for new beauty salon in Douglas
There are plans to covert a flat into a new beauty salon in Douglas.
Wildfire warning as 27 degree heat forecasted this weekend
The Island's Fire and Rescue Service has issued a wildfire warning due to high temperatures this weekend.
Will there be an update on the Island Plan's progress this month?
Will the government give an update on its progress before next year's general election?
Over 75s and pregnant women invited for free vaccine
The over-75s and anyone 28 weeks pregnant or more are eligible for a free vaccine.
