Coroners

The Isle of Man is divided into six administrative districts, called sheadings. The six sheadings are Ayre, Glenfaba, Garff, Michael, Rushen and Middle. Each sheading has a coroner. This office must not be confused with the Coroner of Inquests, a role fulfilled by the High Bailiff or the Deputy High Bailiff.

The term 'sheading' is thought to be a Norse word for 'ship division' and each district was believed to be responsible for producing a certain number of warships.

There are currently 4 coroners:-

• sheadings of Ayre & Garff - Gareth Leece
• sheadings of Glenfaba & Michael - Gordon Leece
• sheading of Middle - Kelly Sloane
• sheading of Rushen - Mark Wrigley

The main functions of the coroners are:-

• summonsing of jurors;
• service of process and other documents; and
• enforcement of executions in respect of court judgments.

Coroners are assisted in their duties by Lockmen.

Contact details for the coroners:-

Coroner for Ayre & Garff - Gareth Leece

(Office hours: 10:00 to 12:30, Monday to Friday)

Telephone - +44 (0) 1624 815899

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Coroner for Glenfaba and Michael - Mr. Gordon Leece

Telephone and Fax - +44 (0) 1624 845711

email: glenfabacoroner@manx.net

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Coroner for Middle - Ms. Kelly Sloane

Please note that on 21^st March 2016, the Coroner for Middle moved office to:

Coroners Office

Telephone - +44 (0) 1624 622280

email: coroner@coronerofmiddle.com

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Coroner for Rushen - Mr. Mark Wrigley

Telephone - +44 (0) 1624 822871

email: mail@rushen-coroner.co.uk

Code of Conduct and Complaints, Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures for Coroners

Coroners hold public office, appointed by the Lieutenant Governor under the Customary Laws Act 1422 and are ultimately accountable to the Governor for their conduct and activities. Coroners have over the years undertaken their roles with diligence, mindful of the significance of this ancient position. Nevertheless the role of Coroner has changed significantly from its beginnings and continues to evolve and, in this twenty-first century context it is appropriate to introduce a written Code of Conduct to provide a framework that clearly sets out for Coroners and for those who use the services of the Coroners the standards that are reasonably to be expected when a Coroner carries out their duties.

A copy of the Code of Conduct can be downloaded here or from the table below.

To support the publication of the Code of Conduct, any investigation relating to a complaint, disciplinary or grievance matter will be carried out in accordance with published procedures, a copy of which can be downloaded here or from the table below.