Having armed police on patrol around the Island means a quicker response to incidents, according to a minister.
Home Affairs Minister Jane Poole-Wilson confirmed the patrolling car is a change brought in last year.
She was responding to a question about the police firearms budget in the House of Keys this week from Castletown, Arbory and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse.
Mrs Poole-Wilson says other than the patrols, nothing has changed:
Last chances to chat to politicians at roadshows
It's the last chance to have your say with ministers at the government's final roadshow events next week.
Manxman competing in international firefighting competition
A local man will be representing the island in the "Ultimate Firefighter Competition" in Alabama, USA today.
People invited to first Manx event to celebrate twins and triplets
A special picnic celebrating twins, triplets and other multiple births is happening at the Roundhouse in Braddan tomorrow, Sunday, June 29.
Road in Bride closed for repairs all day
Cranstal Road in Bride is closed for repairs today.
MHK wants to know nationalities of those who got benefits exemptions
An MHK asked the nationalities of people who where given exemptions to receive benefits, despite not meeting residency requirements.
Want to volunteer as a bird warden on the Calf of Man?
Fancy spending your time volunteering to work with birdlife on the Calf of Man?
Famous Lamborghini driver visiting island
A man who's driven more than three-quarters of all Lamborghinis ever built will be on the Island this weekend - driving a model named after him!
Deadline nears to become official charity for TT 2026
There are just a few days left if you want to apply to become the TT's official charity next year.
