News

Ship Registry recognised for promoting 'green' agenda

The Isle of Man Ship Registry has been awarded certification to the internationally recognised Environmental Management Standard ISO14001 following external...
Thursday, 12 November 2015

New proposals to deal with dilapidated buildings and unsightly land

The Department of Infrastructure is seeking to introduce new measures to deal with dilapidated properties and unsightly land in the Isle of Man. A public...
Tuesday, 10 November 2015

Duke of Edinburgh 60th Birthday

2016 is the 60th anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, and the Isle of Man will be celebrating it with the following events:          January –...
Monday, 9 November 2015

Record job vacancies point to continuing growth

Record numbers of job vacancies show growth in the economy and reinforce the need for an increase in the Island’s working population, says Chief Minister Allan...
Friday, 6 November 2015

Education visit strengthens Island's links with China

Links between the Island and China are being further reinforced with plans for closer cultural connections between the countries’ schools.  The Isle of Man is...
Friday, 6 November 2015

Isle of Man signs tax co-operation agreement with Romania

The Isle of Man has signed a Tax Information Exchange Agreement (TIEA) with Romania.  The TIEA was signed during a ceremony in London on 4 November 2015, by...
Thursday, 5 November 2015

Bank anniversary project leaves lasting legacy

Isle of Man Bank staff donned their wellies last week to carry out further enhancements to a beauty spot.  Employees and customers spent a successful day...
Wednesday, 4 November 2015

Tynwald approval sought for Minimum Wage increase to £7 an hour

The Department of Economic Development is seeking Tynwald approval for significant increases in the minimum wage rates.  If approved, the hourly rate for...
Wednesday, 4 November 2015

Vessel caught fishing illegally at start of king scallop season

Protecting local fish stocks is a priority of the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture, says Minister Richard Ronan MHK.  He was speaking after a...
Wednesday, 4 November 2015

Public urged to help protect Manx salmon and sea trout

The public is urged to be vigilant and assist in the protection of salmon and sea trout by reporting illegal fishing activity. With river fisheries closed...
Monday, 2 November 2015