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.
Proposed new rules for competition investigations
The Island could be getting new rules to investigate anti-competitive practices, if Tynwald approves them.
Passing the salt? Help yourself, says DOI!
The Department of Infrastructure's urging people to be good neighbours and help clear their areas of ice.
Dangerous tree closes main road in Ramsey
The Department of Infrastructure says it's closed Lezayre Road in Ramsey because of a dangerous tree.
Post Office says Next Day items won't be delivered today
The Post Office says Next Day items are not being delivered today.
FC Isle of Man warns travelling fans that the game may be called off
An Island football team is warning fans travelling to an away match on the weekend that the game may be called off.
British Medical Association wants clarification over revised Manx Care pay offer
The British Medical Association is seeking clarification over a revised Manx Care pay offer for doctors.
Onchan commissioners have increased the price of renting their garages
Onchan commissioners have put up the price of renting their garages by 25 per cent.
Don't ignore your bank about scams
The government's cybersecurity experts say don't ignore your bank about scams.
