The Department of Education, Sport and Culture says kids will benefit from an extra 30 minutes a year in the pool.
Instead of 26 shorter swimming sessions, children will now do 18 longer ones.
The Department says it's made the change to make sure kids are skilled swimmers before leaving primary school.
22 Primary Schools will adopt the new scheme in September 2025 with the remaining schools implementing it in February 2026.
Council says lights will be seasonal, not Xmas
Douglas Council says it wants to clarify lights in eight locations around the capital in January and February won't be Christmas illuminations.
Company plans to turn Snakepit into saunas and ice baths
A company's applied to turn a piece of disused land in the centre of Douglas into a wellness spa.
MHK wants water meter installation figures
How many domestic water meters have been installed over the past three years?
Injured TT newcomer home from hospital
A TT competitor who was badly injured during a crash at this year's festival has returned home.
Tynwald approves extra £19 million for Department of Health and Social Care
Tynwald members have voted to give the Department of Health and Social Care an extra £19 million to meet a budget shortfall this year.
Peel scent shop closing doors next month
A shop in Peel is selling its display furniture at it prepares to close.
MHK wants to know months for most and least discounted sport travel on ferries
When did the Steam Packet Company give the Island's sports the least and the most support in the past year?
Glen Helen road blocked by tree
Police say a downed tree is currently blocking the road in Glen Helen.
