The number of spying warrants granted to police more than doubled over the past year, according to the Interception of Communications Commissioner.
Steven Coren is due to present his annual report to Tynwald when it sits later this month.
In it, he says 134 new warrants were issued in 2023 - up from 61 the previous year.
He says after reviewing the applications, the rise reflects a planned and proportionate increase in law enforcement.
Public meeting called over Castletown Square closure
If you want to have your say about the closure of Castletown Square, there's a chance to air your views later this month.
Poppy appeal collection box stolen
Coldhearted thieves have stolen a poppy collection tin in the south of the Island.
Douglas benches to be replaced before they have even been installed
Douglas Council says benches on the prom are being replaced after they were damaged in transit.
Minister says cutting school bus pass hours isn't about money
Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall has denied cutting children's school bus pass hours is about money.
Government gives warning about dangerous animal virus
The government has issued a warning to bird owners after an outbreak of a virus in the UK.
Playfight that got out of hand landed man in court
An alleged play fight which is said to have ended in a headbutt and broken nose has landed a man in court.
Firefighters to the rescue at a farm in the West
Firefighters were called to fire at a farm in the west of the Island yesterday.
Lifeboat assists yacht with dodgy engine
Douglas’s volunteer lifeboat crew was called out yesterday to help a yacht with engine failure.
