The Island’s prison governor says smoking bans are not easy for prisoners to adapt to.
Alison Gomme has spoken out after the UK announced plans to ban smoking in prisons in England and Wales.The Isle of Man introduced its own ban in 2008 after legislation was passed making it an offence to smoke in most work and public places.
In doing so it became the first prison in Europe to ban prisoners from smoking.
The governor says it is better for staff and prisoners but doesn't please everyone:
Questions over future of Tramway Terrace
An historic building on Douglas promenade will come under the spotlight in the House of Keys next week.
Pet owners warned about Peel fireworks
A company's given a warning to pet owners about a fireworks display in Peel next weekend.
Gambling regulator tackling east Asian crime gangs
The Gambling Supervision Commission says it's tackling the problem of transnational organised crime groups from Southeast Asia moving into the Island.
Thie Clag rents 'will cover costs'
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says rents at a new development in Douglas will be enough to cover the costs of the building.
Island full of Russian oligarchs and drug barons, says Canadian reporter
A far right Canadian news site has accused the country's prime minister of avoiding taxes by setting up a company in the Isle of Man.
First cruise of 2025 arrives today
The first cruise ship visit of the year takes place today.
Revealing school validation info would hinder oppenness, says minister
Education minister Daphne Caine says releasing information about problems in schools would prevent open and transparent discussion with inspectors.
Who missed school because of storms?
How many teachers and students missed school because of severe gales in February?
