No timeline for rights of way at nature trails
The Department of Infrastructure says it doesn't have a timetable for making public rights of way official at a site in Ramsey.
Manx driving licence scam on Facebook
A scam Facebook page is advertising Manx driving licences - with no tests needed.
Government reminder to clear MiCard balances soon
The government's reminding people to clear any balances on their MiCards before they stop working on New Year's Eve.
Youtube channel says you can live here for £450 a month
An American YouTube channel is recommending the Isle of Man as a place to live, claiming you can live here comfortably for just £450 a month.
Post Office announces price rises
Isle of Man Post Office says its prices will be going up in the New Year.
Police appeal for missing 86 year old
Police say they're concerned for the welfare of an 86 year old man who went missing yesterday.
Still time to get child flu vaccinations, says Manx Care
Manx Care is urging parents to get their children vaccinated against flu.
Council applies for football pitch work permission
Douglas Council has applied for retrospective planning permission after levelling off and expanding a football pitch.
Southern 100 pays tribute to club stalwart
Tributes are being paid to a former pub landlord and Southern 100 stalwart.
Pet owners warned after cats poisoned in Braddan
Cat owners in Braddan are being warned to keep an eye on their pets after two were poisoned.
New egaming site takes bets on social media influencers
A new Island egaming site will let people bet on the performance of their favourite influencers on social media.
New Laxey flood defences being looked at
Updated flood defence proposals for Laxey harbour and promenade are being prepared.
Could airport reopening mean return of Doncaster flights?
The Isle of Man could see flights to South Yorkshire restart, after a UK council pledged to spend £160 million reopening an airport.
Test centre festive closure dates announced
The Department of Infrastructure says its vehicle testing facility will be shut over Christmas and New Year.
Plans to process all benefits claims by end of 2028
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says he's hoping all benefits claims can be processed online by the end of 2028.
Island may be in for frosty white Christmas
The Island may be getting a white Christmas after all - if you count frost!
Crash at Broadway roundel
There are reports of a crash at the roundel at Broadway in Douglas.
No rush to change Steam Packet agreement, says Treasury
The Treasury says there's no pressing need to change how it oversees the Steam Packet company.
Shaun's festive icy dips raise over £1,000
A local man's raised over £1,000 for the Hospice and Isle Listen by doing an icy dip for each day of the advent calendar.
Police welcome fresh graduates
The police have officially welcomed their latest batch of recruits.
manx.net users targeted in new scam
People are being warned not to fall for a new scam targeting manx.net email users.
Deli thanks customers after closure
A deli in the north of the Island has thanked its customers after shutting its doors at the weekend.
Festive northern lights tonight?
The Isle of Man might be in for a celestial lightshow tonight - if the weather allows.
Flood damage could cost £3.7 billion over next century
Flooding on the Isle of Man looks set to cost £3.7 billion in damage over the next century, according to the Department of Infrastructure.
Dolly Parton book charity needs your support!
A children's literacy initiative set up by a world-famous country music star will run on the Island from next year.
Christmas bin schedules
Find out when your bins are emptied over Christmas and New Year.
Number of MiCard users falling
There are only around 300 remaining MiCard users, according to the treasury minister.
Island businesses targeted in phishing campaign
The government's warning Island businesses to take extra care with cybersecurity this week, after a number fell for a scam.
Manx Care's highest-paid worker earned £451k
The top earner at Manx Care was paid a total of £451,980 before taxes over the past year.
Dates announced for new format of cycling event
The new schedule's been confirmed for a revamped cycling event next summer.
Minister can't say about specifics of bail breaches
It's not possible to say which bail breaches were down to a person not staying at the address they're meant to.
Government income from nursing care placements rises
The amount of money made by government for nursing care placements has risen by 30 per cent in the last five years.
Tyson Fury's move to Island confirmed
Former heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury has permanently moved to the Island from Morecambe.
Students invited to apply for paid summer placements
Local university students and organisations are being invited to take part in paid summer projects.
Heritage body's land totals thousands of acres
An Island culture and heritage body says it owns more than 2,000 acres of land across the Isle of Man.
Key windfarm meeting delayed
A meeting to set a timetable and process for the government to examine an offshore windfarm application has been delayed by six weeks.
13 arrested in drink-drive campaign
Police are reminding people not to drink or do drugs before getting behind the wheel this Christmas.
Laxey road shut until January
A road in Laxey has closed for work - and will reopen at the end of next month.
Former Motor Museum goes on the market
If you ever wanted to own your own motor museum on the TT course, now's your chance!
No Onchan Park plan, say commissioners
There'll be no new overall plan for Onchan Pleasure Park - but individual improvements will go ahead.
Laxey campsite to get campervan improvements
Garff Commissioners are considering expanding campervan facilities at Laxey campsite.
Local authority: don't suffer in silence at Xmas
Commissioners in the south of the Island say you needn't suffer in silence if you're struggling financially this Christmas.
Government reminder over salt bins
Have you passed the salt without noticing?
Weather warning in place for high tides
A yellow weather warning remains in place until the early hours of tomorrow morning.
White Boys touring Island today
One of the Island's festive traditions will be out and about around the Island today.
Road closed after crash
Police say a road in the west of the Island will be closed until this evening.
Worries about fire pollution in Glen Maye
Commissioners in the west of the Island says they'll look into the pollution from coal fires and log burners.
UK businessman wants to hear about mobile signal at sea
Can you pick up a mobile signal in the middle of the Irish Sea?
Minister quizzed over new Meat Plant director
Agriculture Minister Clare Barber says a former MHK was appointed to the board of the Island's meat plant because the company urgently needed two directors.
Yellow weather warning this weekend
A yellow weather warning for coastal overtopping has been issued for this weekend.
Education boss retires
The Department of Education, Sport and Culture says it'll be looking for a new chief officer next year.
Steam Packet warns of sailing delays today
The Steam Packet says some of its sailings will be running late today.
Know someone who's made a difference to their community?
Nominations have opened for a special community award in Onchan.
Manx Classic Hill Climb cancelled for 2026
Next year's Manx Classic Hill Climb won't be going ahead, according to organisers.
No complaints about car insurance in UK, says minister
Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston says he hasn't seen any complaints about cars only being insured for the UK for a set number of days.
Quarries closed to bikes because of health and safety
The Department of Infrastructure says it's closed its quarries to trial bikes after a health and safety review.
Bin service urges people to stop tossing batteries
Stop throwing batteries in your wheelie bin!
TT course road closure causing bus diversions today
Bus Vannin says some of its services will divert around a road closure on the TT course today.
MHK queries government worker expenses
How much have government workers been paid for expenses, mileage, meals and redundancy since 2020?
Steam Packet sailings delayed tonight
The Steam Packet Company says two of its crossings tonight are facing delays.
PPE Medpro put into liquidation
The PPE company linked to Island residents Michelle Mone and Doug Barrowman has been put into liquidation.
Part of TT course closed tomorrow
A section of the TT course in the west will close for much of tomorrow.
Carl Cox backs cancer charity's TT fundraising auction
Legendary DJ and TT team owner Carl Cox will be teaming up with the TT's official charity partner this year.
Business appeal over thousands in unpaid bills
A business in Douglas is asking customers to pay their bills - as it chases more than £5,500 in outstanding accounts.
Pharmacy plans for former IOM Bank
A pharmacy's applied for planning permission to put signs up on a former bank in Peel.
Appeal after wood from van damages car
A man's appealing for information after a van driver's load damaged his partner's car.
Island part of union data breach investigation
The Island's information commissioner is taking part in an investigation into a huge data breach at a trade union.
Cracked pipe closes NSC pool
The main swimming pool at the National Sports Centre in Douglas has closed this morning.
Island updates arms export rules
The Island's updated its export controls to match the latest European and UK regulations.
Onchan Raceway to stay open with new lease
Onchan commissioners say Onchan's raceway will remain in operation after the company agreed to sign a new lease.
Jobcentre can't stop ads being doubled up
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says there's no way of ensuring job ads in the Island's Jobcentre aren't doubling up.
Deposits are biggest barrier to getting on property ladder
Manx residents have told a survey about barriers to first-time buyers getting on the property ladder the biggest difficulties are financial.
Vegan beauty salon up for sale
The owners of the Island's first vegan beauty salon say they're selling up.
Committee says more housing needed for young people
A Tynwald committee says the government needs to provide more housing for young people who can't find private rental accommodation.
Half of broken defibs now working
The Island's ambulance service says half of the Island's defibrillators which had been out of order are now working again.
Cider microbrewery planned for Ballasalla
Ballasalla could be getting a new microbrewery, if planners give the go-ahead.
Covid wrongful arrest and torture claims thrown out by court
A man suing the chief constable and attorney general over his arrest and acquittal over an alleged Covid gathering on Laxey beach has seen 22 of his claims thrown out by a court.
Tree fellers to close part of TT course on Thursday
A section of the TT course will close for much of tomorrow while trees are felled.
Manx Utilities wants contractors for HQ refurb
Manx Utilities says it's looking for contractors as it prepares to refurbish its headquarters.
Business needed for Peel coffee shop's 'new chapter'
A coffee shop in Peel says it's looking for a business to share its premises.
Regulator freezes gas prices
The Island's utilities regulator says there'll be no gas price rise next month.
Billionaire says Island's his favourite place on earth
Billionaire businessman Jim Mellon says he has not plans to retire, but expects to keep working until the day he dies.
Planners aren't influenced by advertising, says Cannan
Chief Minister Alf Cannan says he's confident planning officials aren't swayed by advertising.
Commissioner to resign over Laxey sewage plans
A Garff commissioner says he'll resign after the board backed new sewage proposals for the area.
Santa Dash this lunchtime!
Hundreds of Santas will be gathering in Douglas this lunchtime for an annual race.
New Dominos branch looking for workers
With less than a week until it opens, Ramsey's newest pizza parlour is advertising for staff.
Part of TT course to close for this afternoon
Part of the TT course will be closed for two hours later this afternoon.
Road in Union Mills closed this morning
A road in Union Mills has been closed this morning.
Make sure we can see you in the dark, says bus service
Isle of Man Transport is asking passengers to make sure drivers can see them during the darker nights of winter.
Chief Minister says details on cost-savings to come in April
The Island's chief minister says he'll give more details about potential money-saving in government next April.
DoI says it would protect bus services during strike
The Department of Infrastructure will try to protect services in the event of a bus strike, according to minister Michelle Haywood.
Peel bids farewell to lifeboat of over 30 years
Peel's bid a fond farewell to a lifeboat which served the town for nearly three decades.
Fire & Rescue Service deals with 11 incidents in one day
The Island's Fire and Rescue service dealt with a total of 11 incidents across the Island yesterday, Tuesday, December 16.
Avoid Fairy Bridge after crash, say police
Police say you should consider taking a different route home after a crash on the New Castletown Road.
Man can sue DHSC over respite care PTSD allegations
A man with cerebral palsy can sue the Department of Health and Social Care over claims ill-treatment in care gave him PTSD.
More EV chargers at Sea Terminal?
The Sea Terminal in Douglas could get getting new charging points for electric vehicles - if planners give new proposals the green light.
Company warns over fake delivery emails
Don't fall for a delivery scam doing the rounds on the Island.
Should dangerous drivers who kill face life in jail?
Should causing death by dangerous driving, whether under the influence or not, carry a potential life sentence?
Police dealing with crash in Colby
Police are currently dealing with a crash in Colby.
Stop falsely accusing youngsters of vandalising skate park!
Castletown commissioners say there's no vandalism in a skate park in the town - and are asking people to stop wrongly accusing children.
Plans to make northern school more accessible
The Department of Education says it wants to make a school in the north of the Island more accessible.
Government fully committed to min wage rise
Chief Minister Alf Cannan says the government is fully committed to a 9.9 per cent rise in the Island's minimum wage.
Airport director apologises for 'unusual circumstances' which returned flight
The airport director's apologised for the 'unusual circumstances' which meant an easyJet flight had to return to Liverpool over the weekend, despite landing at Ronaldsway.
Garage staff get body cams to tackle abuse and theft
An Island filling station company says it'll try out bodyworn cameras to help deter shoplifting and verbal abuse against its staff.
Manxman expected in Heysham around midday, says Steam Packet
The Steam Packet Company says the Manxman should arrive in Heysham shortly after midday following an incident earlier.
Carbon literacy training is for legal requirements, says DEFA
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says carbon literacy training for its staff means they can meet legal requirements.
Manxman returns to port following medical emergency
The Manxman's had to return to Douglas because of a medical emergency on board.
Video shows late Manx sculptor inspecting final work
A UK engineering firm has released a video of a famous Manx sculptor inspecting one of his final works, which was unveiled in St Johns earlier this year.
Only one claim for falls in town square
The Department of Infrastructure says it's only had one claim against it following a fall in Castletown Square.
Thoughts with Jewish community after Bondi attack, says Chief Minister
The Chief Minister says an event marking Hanukkah has taken on extra significance after the Bondi Beach terror attack in Australia.
Final House of Keys sitting of 2025 this morning
The House of Keys sits for the last time this year later.
Public Health reminding people to get flu jabs
Public Health is reminding people to get their flu vaccines before Christmas.
Fire dance group looking for members
Are you a dancer who enjoys playing with fire?
Steam Packet oversight report due next year
Cabinet Office Minister David Ashford says a report on how the government oversees the Steam Packet Company will be submitted to Tynwald by the end of next year.
Isle of Man tops UK in OnlyFans spending
The Isle of Man has edged out the UK on a list of spending on a leading internet porn site.
Peel lingerie shop wants permission for new sign
A lingerie shop in Peel has applied to change its sign after its old one became dangerous.
Can you help museum find historic go-kart?
A museum's making a public appeal for historic Manx go-karts.
Trust in democratic institutions falling, says report
People's trust in the Island's democratic institutions fell last year - with only local authorities maintaining their levels.
Flouride varnishes for all primary children
Free fluoride varnish treatments will be offered to every primary school child from next year.
'Tough times' see Ramsey cafe close for winter
A café in Ramsey says it'll close for the winter and reopen next year.
Peel to get new laundrette?
A former hairdressing salon in the centre of Peel could become the town's next laundrette, if a planning application is given the green light.
Manx Care asking people to wear masks in its facilities
Manx Care is asking people to mask up against the threat of flu and other illnesses in its facilities.
Tynwald to be urged to take action on homelessness
Tynwald will be asked to hurry up and take action on homelessness during its January sitting.
Tonight's Manxman sailing put back an hour
The Steam Packet Company say one of its sailings tonight will be delayed by an hour.
Patrick Road closed to clear landslip
Patrick Road in St John's is closed to allow for a land slip caused by last week's Storm Bram to be cleared up.
Laws regulating tattoo parlours won't be considered until 2027
New laws that would regulate businesses such as tattoo parlours and alternative therapists won't be considered by politicians until 2027.
Plans to re-open ward delayed after safety checks
Manx Care says it's temporarily paused plans to re-open the Martin Ward at Ramsey Cottage Hospital.
Last recommended Xmas posting dates this week
You'll have some of your last chances to send post in time for Christmas this week.
Public consultation launched for cyber defence Bill
The government's launched a public consultation on a new Bill to protect national infrastructure from cyber attacks.
Around £16.5k in expenses to non-governmental board members
The Department for Enterprise says it's paid almost £16,500 in expenses to non-governmental board members over the last three years.
Cemetery expansion to be considered today
Peel cemetery could be getting a new woodland expansion approved this week.
Airport says to arrive in good time as busy day expected
The airport's warning people to arrive in plenty of time for flights, as it expects a busy day today, Monday, December 15.
easyJet flight returned to Liverpool after winds stop passengers getting off
Passengers have reported being unable to get off this afternoon's easyJet flight from Liverpool because of winds, resulting in it being flown back to Merseyside.
Period products already offered throughout schools, says minister
Free period products are already offered throughout all Island schools, according to the education minister.
MHKs to discuss Manx car insurance in UK
Questions over Manx car insurance and driving in the UK will to discussed by MHKs in the coming week.
Will ring doorbell users need to register for data protection?
Will people with Ring doorbells have to register for data protection?
Major reservoir safety projects finished
Manx Utilities says it's finished two major safety projects at the Cringle and Clypse reservoirs.
Second weather warning this weekend
A second weather warning for heavy rain has been issued for this weekend.
Does government plan to press ahead with min wage rise?
Does the government plan to press ahead with its minimum wage rise this year?
Where has government found £11m in savings?
Where has the government found more than £11 million worth of savings?
Is there border security for Irish sailings?
What sort of border security is there in place for sailings to Ireland?
Emergency powers used to fell trees
Douglas Council's used emergency powers to cut down trees after it was found they posed a risk to homes.
Busy road in West to close next week
A busy road in the west of the Island will close on Monday.
Free period products would cost £90k in 1st year
The government providing free period products will cost around £90,000 in the first year.
MHK wants to know about bail condition breaches
An MHK wants to know if records are kept on people who breach bail conditions.
1,500 A&E patients weren't registered with GP
Nearly 1,500 patients who weren't registered with a GP attended A&E over the past 12 months.
Will the Island's mad cow disease risk status improve?
An MHK wants to know what government's doing to get a better mad cow disease risk status for the Island.
Dental practice to temporarily move
A Ramsey dental practice will temporarily move home next week.
Yellow weather warning for weekend downpours
A yellow weather warning has been issued for the start of next week with heavy rain expected.
Gaiety announces special panto performance
The Gaiety Theatre says there'll be a special panto performance this year for those with disabilities or sensory sensitivities.
Covid jab injury report due next year, says minister
Health Minister Claire Christian says a report on Covid vaccine injuries will be published early next year.
Put spiritual protections before digital ID, says petition
An online petition is calling on Tynwald to respect spiritual protections from the Church of England by rejecting the UK's digital ID plans.
Inflation level in November, says government
The latest government data shows inflation remained steady at 2.8 per cent last month.
Port St Mary road closure extended
The Department of Infrastructure says it's had to extend a road closure in the centre of Port St Mary.
Two Manxman sailings rescheduled tonight
The Steam Packet company says it's rescheduled two of its sailings over night for operational reasons.
Police issue reminder over firearm certificates
Police are reminding people with firearms certificates they'll need to renew them soon.
No housing plans approved on agricultural land, says minister
Environment, Food and Agriculture Minister Clare Barber says no housing estates have been given planning permission in agricultural-zoned land in the past 15 years.
Your chance to work for Island's first cannabis club
The Island's first cannabis social club says there's still time to work for it.
UK announces Irish Sea herring fishery deal
The UK says it's done a deal with Europe over the Irish Sea herring fishery for the next year.
MHKs to discuss threat of bus strike
The threat of a bus strike will be discussed by MHKs next week.
Firefighters remove debris from hotel roof
Fire crews dealt with dangerous debris on a hotel roof in Douglas yesterday evening, Thursday, December 11.
MNH starting work on converting former bank
Manx National Heritage says work is starting this week on converting a former bank into a visitor centre for Castletown.
UK companies helping Manx Utilities with renewables
Manx Utilities says nine Manx companies and two from the UK are helping it with work on renewable energy.
DOI worker can't continue employment tribunal
A former Department of Infrastructure employee has been told he can't take the department to an employment tribunal because he didn't submit his complaint in time.
Police dealing with crash on Richmond Hill
Police say they're currently dealing with a crash on Richmond Hill in Braddan.
Sandwich shop to open new branch
A sandwich shop is opening a new branch in Ramsey.
Want to race the TT on a new simulator?
Fancy being the first on the Island to try out a new TT simulator?
Council is looking for more land
Douglas Council's looking for land for its next housing development in the centre of the capital.
Number of airport travellers up last month
The number of people travelling through the Island's airport last month was up more than 4.5 per cent on last year's totals.
Extra sitting announced for House of Keys
The House of Keys will get an extra sitting next year.
Lifeboat stalwart honoured
An RNLI volunteer's been honoured with a medal for 30 years of service to the charity.
Online petition launched after sex offender convicted again
An online petition is calling for a sex offender to be returned to prison after reoffending shortly after his early release.
Woman who worked unpaid for six months wins tribunal
A former company director has been awarded more than £25,000 after the firm she worked for didn't pay her for more than six months.
Education department told to reconsider schools' review FOI request
The Island's information commissioner has told the Department of Education, Sport and Culture to rethink its response to a Freedom of Information request.
Air Traffic Control numbers 'stable'
The number of Air Traffic Controllers at Ronaldsway airport has remained stable over the past two years, according to the infrastructure minister.
No new laws to force supermarkets to carry Manx procduce
The government says it'll continue to encourage supermarkets to stock Manx produce - but there'll be no new laws to force them.
Scabies outbreak prompts pharmacy warning
There's a warning after a sharp rise in a highly-infectious condition spread by skin mites.
Council writes to allotment holders over planned move
Douglas Council says it's writing to Johnny Watterson's Lane allotment holders about its plans for the land.
Main city centre road closed for emergency window repair
A main street in the centre of Douglas has been closed so an unstable window can be repaired.
Parking study says one-way system should be extended
A study into parking in Peel says the town's one-way system should be extended along its promenade and quayside.
Weather warning for coastal overtopping
A yellow weather warning for coastal overtopping has been put in place for this afternoon.
Santa's on a Bike raises over £78k in record year
This month's Santa's on a Bike ride has raised a record £78,816 in its best year yet.
MONEYVAL assessment will bring investment, says Chief Minister
Chief Minister Alf Cannan says passing a key financial evaluation next year will bring business confidence and investment to the Island.
Local authority needs new clerk
A local authority in the south of the Island is looking for a new clerk after its last one retired.
Shop to shut for good this weekend
A shop in Ramsey will shut its doors for the final time this weekend.
No-one hurt using park equipment
Douglas Council says nobody's been hurt using exercise equipment in the capital's flagship park this year.
Ferry terminal costs more than £700k per year
The new ferry terminal in Liverpool costs more than £700,000 a year to run.
Government paid grant for fishing boat used in drug smuggling plot
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says it paid 40 per cent of the cost of a fishing boat which was involved in smuggling £340,000 worth of drugs to the Island.
Manxman sailings cancelled because of gales
The Steam Packet says two of its sailings tonight have been called off.
Yule be missing this, say police!
Police in the north of the Island say they've found a piece of lost proper-tree after last night's gales.
No net zero referendum after Tynwald vote
The Island won't get a referendum on scrapping net zero - because there's a general election next year.
8% rise in government workers, 36% rise in salaries since 2021
The government says its salary costs for workers have risen by more than 36 per cent in the last five years, while the number of people working for it has risen by just over eight per cent.
Manxman sailings could face disruption tonight
The Steam Packet Company says it'll make a decision by 5pm today about two ferry sailings tonight.
Work continues to reopen roads closed by storm
The Department of Infrastructure says it's continuing to try to reopen roads closed after Storm Bram swept the Island yesterday.
Four-month closure planned for Peel Prom
Part of Peel promenade is due to close for about four months from February.
Drop-in session on southern 20mph zones today
There's a chance to have your say about proposed 20mph zones in the south of the Island today.
DOI reminds people to stay away from Storm Bram cleanup
The Department of Infrastructure is reminding people to stay out of closed roads as the clean-up after yesterday’s storm continues.
Ewe better watch out - storm rips into farm's Xmas experience
A farm in Jurby says it'll soon be business as usual for visitors - after Storm Bram gave it an unexpected open-air feature yesterday!
Noble's overcrowding means audiology drop-in suspended
Manx Care says safety concerns about overcrowding means some clinics have been suspended at Noble's Hospital.
Government wants permanent paving around TT VIP area
The Department for Enterprise says it wants to create a permanent path around the TT VIP hospitality area at the Grandstand, after letting previous plans lapse.