A Steam Packet captain who was found dead at his home last month hung himself.
The inquest into the death of 44-year-old Stephen Michael Spenser was opened at Douglas Courthouse this morning.
His body was found at his home address in Governor’s Hill on October 30th – the post mortem confirmed the cause of death as hanging.
Coroner of Inquests John Needham released his body to his family so that funeral arrangements can now be made.
The inquest has been adjourned to date to be fixed.
Silly Moos site gets green light from planners
A campsite in the north of the Island has been told it can go ahead with work on its new home.
Manx Rally this weekend
The 2025 Manx Rally gets underway tomorrow - with road closures at various stages around the Island.
Minister defends £2.2 million loan to King William's College
Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston says a £2.2 million government loan to King William's College is fully repayable.
Off-Island vehicles owe £75k in unpaid parking tickets
People from off the Island have run up more than £75,000 worth of unpaid parking tickets in the last three years.
Government doesn't know how much MHK's questions cost taxpayer
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Cregneash bus campaigners to host coffee morning
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Minister hits back over 'five clothing items' green advice
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Douglas dredging planned for next week
Dredging in Douglas Harbour is due to get underway next weekend.
