Isle of Man Government News

Health and social care inspections start following successful pilot programme

Wed, 25 May 2022 15:05:59 GMT

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has begun inspecting Manx Care’s health and social care services, following successful pilots with volunteer care homes, dentists and GPs.

Adult social care providers such as care homes and home care agencies are currently being inspected until August. Dental and GP inspections will take place during July and August.

There will be a pilot inspection of the urgent and emergency care department at Noble’s Hospital in June, with a view to starting acute hospital-based inspections in October 2022. This phase will include mental health, community healthcare and prison healthcare provision, as well as the services provided by Hospice Isle of Man.

Minister for Health and Social Care, Lawrie Hooper MHK, said;

‘After many months of planning it is very exciting to finally have CQC staff on the island inspecting our health and social care services. Meticulous planning and communication have ensured that everything has gone smoothly so far and we look forward to working alongside our colleagues from the CQC and Manx Care throughout the rest of the year. This is a fantastic opportunity to implement real improvements to the health and social care services that we all rely on.’

Service users should not be impacted by these inspections, and will have the opportunity to provide feedback to the DHSC and CQC should they wish to. Posters will be displayed at each service on their inspection day.

To find out more information about the programme, please take a look at the External Quality Regulation website.

Dick Welsh MBE appointed to Northern Lighthouse Board

Tue, 24 May 2022 12:22:34 GMT

Government House has today announced that Dick Welsh MBE, has been appointed as the Isle of Man’s Commissioner on the Northern Lighthouse Board.

Mr Welsh, who received an MBE in the January 2020 Honours List for outstanding services to the maritime community on the Isle of Man, will serve for a three year term, from 1 June 2022 to 31 May 2025, following nomination for his appointment by His Excellency Lieutenant Governor Sir John Lorimer.

Commenting on his appointment with NLB, Dick Welsh said:

‘I am incredibly fortunate to be appointed as Commissioner, Isle of Man for the Northern Lighthouse Board. I am really looking forward to getting involved and becoming a valuable member of the Board.’

Mr Welsh succeeds Captain Mike Brew who retires from the post at the end of May, after representing the Isle of Man as a Commissioner for nine years.

The Northern Lighthouse Board is the General Lighthouse Authority for the Isle of Man and Scotland and is responsible for the superintendence and management of all lights, buoys and beacons within those waters. The organisation has provided this vital safety service for mariners since 1786.

Monkeypox cases in UK prompts message to public

Tue, 24 May 2022 16:15:15 GMT

A rising number of monkeypox cases in the UK is prompting a warning to people in the Isle of Man.

While no cases have been reported on the Island, and the risk remains low to the general public, people are being asked to be aware of the symptoms.

Advice from Public Health Isle of Man is to be alert to any unusual rashes or lesions on any part of their body, especially their genitalia. The advice is to contact the Isle of Man Genito Urinary Medicine (GUM) sexual health clinic if they have concerns.

Those who may be at higher risk include anyone who changes sexual partners regularly, or has close contact with individuals that they don't know. It’s important to stress that this is not an illness that affects one community more than any other and it’s not a sexually transmitted disease– it is spread by close contact.

Monkeypox is a viral infection usually associated with travel to West Africa, spread by very close contact with someone with monkeypox. It is usually a mild ‘self-limiting’ illness – meaning it most cases it resolves itself without treatment, with most people recovering within a few weeks.. The main symptoms are:

Unusual rashes or lesions on the body such as the face or genital area
Fever
Muscle aches
Chills and exhaustion
Headaches
Swollen lymph nodes

If you think you have monkeypox symptoms – however mild, please:

Contact your GP or call a sexual health clinic immediately. Your call will be treated sensitively and confidentially.
Avoid close personal or sexual contact with others until you know that this is not monkeypox.

Glenn Blacker, Head of Health Protection at Public Health Isle of Man said: ‘We are monitoring the situation closely. Up to now there have been over fifty cases of monkeypox detected in the UK, and we are not aware of cases on the Isle of Man to date. Investigations are underway in the UK to establish links between cases. Although the risk to the Isle of Man public is currently low, monkeypox is known to spread through close contact, so we are urging people who think they may have symptoms to contact their GP and the sexual health clinic.’

You can contact the sexual health clinic by calling +44 1624 650710.

More information, including links to outbreak surveillance, can be found on Public Health’s Health Protection webpage.

Financial Sanctions: Russia

Tue, 24 May 2022 16:27:06 GMT

This news release is issued to publicise the amendment of 63 entries to the Russian sanctions regime.

The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/855) were made under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018 (the Sanctions Act) and provide for the freezing of funds and economic resources of certain persons, entities or bodies involved in destabilising Ukraine or undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty or independence of Ukraine, or obtaining a benefit from or supporting the Government of Russia. The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 have effect in the Isle of Man by the Russia Sanctions (Application) Regulations 2020 [S.D. 2020/0504].

On 24 May 2022 the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office updated the UK Sanctions List. This list provides details of those designated under sanctions legislation.

63 entries have been amended and are still subject to an asset freeze.

Further details can be found in the Annex to this News Release.

Consequently the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office updated the Consolidated List. This list provides details of those designated under sanctions legislation.

Financial institutions and other persons are required to check whether you maintain any accounts or otherwise hold funds or economic resources for, or provide financial services to, designated individuals. If so, you must freeze such accounts or other funds and, unless licensed by the Treasury, not deal with those funds or economic resources, and suspend the provision of any financial services. You must also report your findings to the FIU.

Failure to comply with financial and trade sanctions legislation or to attempting to circumvent its provisions is a criminal offence.

Where a relevant institution has already reported details of accounts, other funds or economic resources held frozen for the designated person, you are not required to report these details again.

Further details of the sanctions regime related to Russia and links to other financial sanctions regimes may be found on the Customs and Excise pages of the Isle of Man Government website.

Financial Sanctions: Iran (Nuclear)

Tue, 24 May 2022 16:29:49 GMT

This news release is issued to publicise the correction of 1 entry under the Iran (Nuclear) Sanctions Regime.

The Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/461) were made under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018 (the Sanctions Act) and provide for the freezing of funds and economic resources of certain persons, entities or bodies responsible for the proliferation or development of nuclear weapons in, or for use in, Iran. The Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 have effect in the Isle of Man by the Iran Sanctions (Nuclear) (Application) Regulations 2020 [S.D. 2020/0477].

On 24 May 2022 the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office updated the UK Sanctions List. This list provides details of those designated under sanctions legislation.

The following entry has been corrected and is still subject to an asset freeze:

Parvis FATAH (Group ID: 11233)

Further details can be found in the Annex to this News Release.

Consequently the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office updated the Consolidated List. This list provides details of those designated under sanctions legislation.

Further details on the UN measures in respect of Iran can be found on the relevant UN Sanctions Committee webpage: https://www.un.org/securitycouncil

Financial institutions and other persons are required to check whether you maintain any accounts or otherwise hold funds or economic resources for, or provide financial services to, the designated individual. If so, you must freeze such accounts or other funds and, unless licensed by the Treasury, not deal with those funds or economic resources, and suspend the provision of any financial services. You must also report your findings to the FIU.

Failure to comply with financial and trade sanctions legislation or to attempting to circumvent its provisions is a criminal offence.

Where a relevant institution has already reported details of accounts, other funds or economic resources held frozen for the designated person, you are not required to report these details again.

Further details of the sanctions regime related to Iran (Nuclear) and links to other financial sanctions regimes may be found on the Customs and Excise pages of the Isle of Man Government website.

Chief Executive of Department of Health and Social Care stands down

Tue, 24 May 2022 16:32:40 GMT

After 24 years of service, Karen Malone has decided to resign from Isle of Man Government with immediate effect. Karen is currently the Chief Executive of the Department of Health and Social Care, a post she has held since January 2022.

Karen had previously served in roles with a number of public bodies including the former Manx Electricity Authority and Manx National Heritage, before becoming the Programme Director for Treasury in 2017 and then joining the Department of Health and Social Care,

Karen explained:

‘While I have enjoyed working in the public sector for more than 20 years, an opportunity has presented itself which will enable me to pursue personal interests. I sincerely thank all those who have provided me with support, encouragement and development opportunities during my career with the public service.’

Caldric Randall, Interim Chief Secretary, said:

‘I would like to thank Karen for her dedication and hard work not only within the Department but during her public service career. I wish her well in her future endeavours.’

Stuart Quayle, the current Chief Registrar, will assume the role of Interim Chief Executive of the Department of Health and Social Care.

Office of Human Resources Executive Director to leave role

Tue, 24 May 2022 17:58:15 GMT

The Executive Director of the Office of Human Resources is leaving her role with immediate effect.

Clare Conie’s departure will precede a review of OHR that seeks to ensure that the highest standards of professional practice are maintained.

Mrs Conie explained:

‘As the largest employer on the Isle of Man, it’s essential that the Isle of Man Government can be held up as an exemplar of good practice, and that our values are demonstrated at all levels of our workforce.

‘My aim in stepping aside is to ensure that the OHR review can be undertaken comprehensively, objectively and with full transparency to ensure the integrity of OHR people and practices.’

Mrs Conie has worked for the Isle of Man Government since 2003, holding a range of HR leadership positions until her promotion to Executive Director of OHR in 2021.

Interim Chief Secretary Caldric Randall said:

‘As part of the forthcoming OHR review, the scope, role and future requirements of the Executive Director’s role will be considered, and the post will be advertised in due course.'

Financial Sanctions: Russia General Licence

Wed, 25 May 2022 11:09:42 GMT

General licence - IOM/2022/RUS021

The Treasury has the power to issue General Licences for financial and trade sanctions regimes under a number of Regulations.

On 24 May 2022, the Treasury issued General licence - IOM/2022/RUS021 under regulation 64 of the Russia Sanctions (EU Exit) Regulations 2019, as they apply to the Isle of Man by the Russia Sanctions (Application) Regulations 2020 [SD 2020/0504] (“the Regulations”).

Any persons intending to use General licence - IOM/2022/RUS021 should consult the copy of the Licence for full details of the permissions and usage requirements which can be found attached to this release.

General Licence IOM/2022/RUS021 which allows payments and other permitted activities to take place in relation to the purchase of tickets from a DP or any Subsidiary for flights or rail journeys originating in, or within, Russia. The licence will expire on 23 May 2023.

For the purposes of General Licence IOM/2022/RUS021, an Isle of Man Person is an Isle of Man national or a body incorporated or constituted under the law of any part of the Isle of Man; the DPs are PJSC Aeroflot, JSC Rossiya Airlines, JSC Ural Airlines, Russian Railways; a subsidiary is any entity owned or controlled by any of the DPs that provides rail or air passenger services; and a Relevant Institution is:

a person who is licensed under the Financial Services Act 2008 (of Tynwald) to carry on a regulated activity within the meaning of section 3 of that Act;
a person who is authorised or registered under the Insurance Act 2008 (of Tynwald) or holds a permit under that Act;
a person who is registered under the Moneylenders Act 1991 (of Tynwald) to carry on the business of lending money;
a person who is acting as a trustee or an administrator of a retirement benefits scheme within the meaning of the Retirement Benefits Schemes Act 2008 (of Tynwald)

Under General Licence IOM/2022/RUS021:

An Isle of Man Person may purchase tickets from a DP or any Subsidiary for flights or rail journeys originating in, or within, Russia.
An Isle of Man Person, Relevant Institution or DP may carry out any activity reasonably necessary to effect the purchase of such tickets for flights or rail journeys.

General

The permissions in General Licence IOM/2022/RUS021 do not authorise any act which the person carrying out the act knows, or has reasonable grounds for suspecting, will result in funds or economic resources being made available in breach of The Russia Regulations, save as permitted under licences granted under The Russia Regulations.

The General Licence takes effect from the date of issue and expires on 23 May 2023.

Further details of the sanctions regime related to Russia may be found on the Customs and Excise pages of the Isle of Man Government website.

Labour market report: April 2022

Mon, 23 May 2022 14:37:26 GMT

The latest labour market report, compiled and published by the Statistics Isle of Man team at the Cabinet Office, shows the number of people registered unemployed was 257 for April 2022.

The figure decreased by 5 persons from the previous month (March 2022), and has decreased by 494 persons compared to the same month last year (April 2021).

The unemployment rate for April 2022 is 0.6%, remaining the same as the previous month.

Read a summary and download the full report

Airport Director will take up role in August

Mon, 23 May 2022 15:59:46 GMT

Gary Cobb has been appointed Airport Director at Isle of Man Airport and will take up his role in August.

Mr Cobb is currently based in Inverness as Chief Operating Officer with Highlands and Islands Airports Limited (HIAL).

Since joining HIAL in 2020, his focus has been on airport operations and regulatory compliance, with specific responsibility for aerodrome management, health and safety, and corporate and capital projects.

Prior to this, Mr Cobb was Head of Airfield Planning at Gatwick Airport.

Emily Curphey, Interim Chief Executive at the Department of Infrastructure, said:

‘Recruiting to the role of airport director was a challenging process with a number of high quality candidates putting themselves forward. I’m delighted that Gary has chosen to join the team and look forward to him playing an influential role in the future of Isle of Man Airport.’

Planning Application - Publication List

Fri, 20 May 2022 08:01:00 GMT

In accordance with the Orders and Regulations listed below, the most recent planning applications received and validated for publication are now available for viewing online including a link on which the site extents can be viewed via an online map.

A PDF version is available if you wish to print off the list

You may also, if a planning application has not yet been determined, use this service to submit an objection or comment in support of the application.

Comments or objections relative to this list must be submitted by 10 June 2022.

A laminated Site Notice has been sent to each applicant for displaying at the site.

Any persons wishing to make written representation or submission must direct them to:

Secretary to the Planning Committee

Planning and Building Control Directorate

Department of Environment Food and Agriculture

Murray House

Mount Havelock

Douglas

IM1 2SF

Telephone:+44 1624 685950

Please be aware that all written representations OR SUBMISSIONS will be available for PUBLIC scrutiny and will form part of any proceedings arising in connection with the application.

Whilst criteria for the submission of comment may differ under each instrument of legislation, to give weight to any representation or submission, and enable assessment of parties for interested person status, persons are encouraged to clearly indicate the relationship between their land or buildings and the land that is the subject of the application. Sufficient interest in the subject matter of the application must be demonstrated if the person making representation should wish to be considered to take part in any subsequent proceedings.

Guidance on how to comment on planning applications

Please also be aware that any anonymous representations or submissions will not be considered as part of any planning determination.

Appeals lodged against planning decisions

The following applications have been subject to an appeal since the production of the last list

In addition to the above planning publication list, the following applications are now subject to appeal. Validation of the reason(s) for appeal, has been confirmed against the Departments decision(s) on the following planning application(s).

Reference

Description

Appeal Lodged

Local Authority

20/01080/B

Residential development of 138 dwellings with associated drainage, highway works and public open space, Land At Lower Milntown (Fields 134278, 134279, 134280, 134281, 134282, 134283, 134284, 134288 & 134289) And Strip Of Land Between Auldyn River & Auldyn Meadows, Off Lezayre Road,

05.05.2022

LEZAYRE

In accordance with statute the application detail has been forwarded to the Cabinet Office.

Orders and Regulations

Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) Order 2019
Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) (No2) Order 2013
Town and Country Planning (Registered Buildings) Regulations 2013
Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) Regulations 2013
Amended by
The Town and Country Planning (Miscellaneous Amendment) Regulations 2019

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Declaration of Dissolution - 2006 Act Companies

Fri, 20 May 2022 08:00:59 GMT

The Companies Act 2006

List of Companies that have applied for a Declaration of Dissolution

The Department for Enterprise hereby gives Notice that the above Companies have applied for a Declaration of Dissolution under the provisions of Section 190 of the Companies Act 2006. Unless written objection is made to the Department for Enterprise within one month of the date of the publication of this notice, The Department for Enterprise may dissolve the companies.

This 20th day of May 2022

Application for Dissolution 1931 Act

Fri, 20 May 2022 08:00:53 GMT

The Companies Acts 1931 to 2004

List of Companies that have applied for a Declaration of Dissolution

The Department for Enterprise hereby gives Notice that the above Companies have applied for a Declaration of Dissolution under the provisions of Section 273A of the Companies Act 1931. Unless written objection is made to the Department for Enterprise within one month of the date of the publication of this notice, The Department for Enterprise may dissolve the companies.

This 20th day of May 2022

Cashless parking system to launch at Isle of Man Airport on Tuesday 24 May

Fri, 20 May 2022 09:26:56 GMT

A new cashless parking system at Isle of Man Airport will launch on Tuesday 24 May.

As previously announced, the quickest and easiest way to pay will be through a mobile phone or device using the RingGo app, which can be downloaded free from the Apple Store or Google Play Store.

Anyone who doesn’t have a smartphone can call +44 1624 825717 and use a pre-registered payment card.

Payment can also be made online using a pre-registered card at ringgo.co.uk.

In each instance above, drivers planning to use the car park from Tuesday 24 May are encouraged to register in advance. Users should download the app and provide the necessary details, including payment information, or visit ringgo.co.uk and complete the process online.

Anyone displaying a parking disc can use the car parks for free for one hour, so it will still be possible to organise payment while moving through the airport.

A further option is available by visiting the information desk inside the Isle of Man Airport building, providing your vehicle registration and using a payment card. It will not be possible to pay at the desk using cash.

Tim Glover MHK, Member of the Department of Infrastructure with responsibility for Ports, said:

‘While we fully anticipate the smartphone app solution to be the most popular way for people to pay for parking at the airport from Tuesday, other options are available.

‘Paying over the phone and online are both straightforward, but require registration - so please try and do that beforehand to avoid any fuss at the start of your trip.

‘Registering and using any of these options will enable users to extend their stay should it be necessary due to unforeseen circumstances.

‘But if none of them suit you, it will be possible for card payments to be taken at the airport’s information desk.’

Tuesday’s launch marks a one-week delay from the original start date while officers considered feedback on the plan to ensure concerns were being fully addressed.

Anyone whose vehicle is parked in the car parks prior to Tuesday 24 May will have four weeks to make alternative arrangements.

How does the RingGo system work?

Once the registration process has been completed, customers using the app who have found a parking space should note the five-digit location number shown on signs and pay in advance for the required time – short stay car park 35800, long-stay car park 35801. Customers wishing to pay using the phone or online options should follow the instructions provided.

If your return flight is delayed or you just need extra time, it’s a simple process to extend the payment period using your chosen payment method.

Download the RingGo app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store below:

Treasury Minister steps down with immediate effect

Fri, 20 May 2022 13:29:14 GMT

David Ashford MBE MHK has stepped down from his role as Treasury Minister with immediate effect.

Chief Minister Alfred Cannan MHK said:

‘It is with regret that I have accepted Mr Ashford’s resignation as Treasury Minister. I would like to place on record my thanks for the contribution he has made in establishing the new administration and indeed for the contribution he made during the Covid-19 pandemic as Health and Social Care Minister.

‘David has always played a full and active role in the business of government and I commend his commitment to the roles he has undertaken. I fully respect the decision he has reached and wish him well as he returns to the backbenches.’

Dr Alex Allinson appointed Treasury Minister

Fri, 20 May 2022 15:00:04 GMT

Dr Alex Allinson MHK has been appointed Treasury Minister with immediate effect.

Chief Minister Alfred Cannan MHK confirmed the appointment on Friday, following the resignation of David Ashford MBE MHK.
Dr Allinson has been Minister for the Department for Enterprise (DfE) since October 2021, having previously been in charge of the Department of Education, Sport and Culture.

He said:

‘I am honoured to be appointed to this important role and will be fully committed to the challenges ahead including the increased pressures on cost of living.’

The Chief Minister will retain the DfE ministerial delegation pending further announcements.

Financial Sanctions: Iraq

Fri, 20 May 2022 16:09:09 GMT

This news release is issued to publicise the removal of 3 entries under the Iraq Regime.

The Iraq (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (S.I. 2020/707) were made under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018 (the Sanctions Act) and provide for the freezing of funds and economic resources of certain persons, entities or bodies involved in the former Government of Iraq and its state bodies, corporations or agencies. The Iraq (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 have effect in the Isle of Man by the Iraq Sanctions (Application) Regulations 2020 [S.D. 2020/0500].

On 20 May 2022 the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office updated the UK Sanctions List. This list provides details of those designated under sanctions legislation.

The following entries have been removed on the consolidated list and are no longer subject to an asset freeze:

Khalaf M M AL-DULAYMI (Group ID: 8286)
MIDCO FINANCIAL, S.A. (Group ID: 8284)
MONTANA MANAGEMENT, INC. (Group ID: 8285)

Further details can be found in the annex to this news release.

Consequently the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office updated the Consolidated List. This list provides details of those designated under sanctions legislation.

Further details on the UN measures in respect of Iraq can be found on the relevant UN Sanctions Committee webpage.

Financial institutions and other persons are required to check whether you maintain any accounts or otherwise hold funds or economic resources for, or provide financial services to, the designated individual. If so, you must freeze such accounts or other funds and, unless licensed by the Treasury, not deal with those funds or economic resources, and suspend the provision of any financial services. You must also report your findings to the FIU.

Failure to comply with financial and trade sanctions legislation or to attempting to circumvent its provisions is a criminal offence.

Where a relevant institution has already reported details of accounts, other funds or economic resources held frozen for the designated person, you are not required to report these details again.

Further details of the sanctions regime related to Iraq and links to other financial sanctions regimes may be found on the Customs and Excise pages of the Isle of Man Government website.

Financial Sanctions: Global Anti-Corruption

Mon, 23 May 2022 10:04:53 GMT

This news release is issued to publicise a correction to 2 entries under the Global Anti-Corruption Sanctions Regime.

The Global Anti-Corruption Sanctions Regulations 2021 (S.I. 2021/488) were made under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018 (the Sanctions Act) and provide for the freezing of funds and economic resources of certain persons, entities or bodies responsible for or involved in serious corruption. The Global Anti-Corruption Sanctions Regulations 2021 [SI 2021/488] have effect in the Isle of Man by the Global Anti-Corruption Sanctions (Isle of Man) Order 2021 [SI 2021/526].

On 20 May 2022 the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office updated the UK Sanctions List. This list provides details of those designated under sanctions legislation.

The following entries have been corrected and are still subject to an asset freeze:

Dmitry Vladislavovich KLYUEV (Group ID: 14091)
Jose Francisco LOPEZ CENTENO (Group ID: 14090)

Further details can be found in the Annex to this News Release.

Consequently the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office updated the Consolidated List. This list provides details of those designated under sanctions legislation.

Financial institutions and other persons are required to check whether you maintain any accounts or otherwise hold funds or economic resources for, or provide financial services to, the designated individual. If so, you must freeze such accounts or other funds and, unless licensed by the Treasury, not deal with those funds or economic resources, and suspend the provision of any financial services. You must also report your findings to the FIU.

Failure to comply with financial and trade sanctions legislation or to attempting to circumvent its provisions is a criminal offence.

Where a relevant institution has already reported details of accounts, other funds or economic resources held frozen for the designated person, you are not required to report these details again.

Further details of the sanctions regime related to Global Anti-Corruption and links to other financial sanctions regimes may be found on the Customs and Excise pages of the Isle of Man Government website.

Financial Sanctions: Russia

Mon, 23 May 2022 10:07:49 GMT

This news release is issued to publicise the amendment of 4 entries to the Russian sanctions regime.

On 20 May 2022 the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office updated the UK Sanctions List. This list provides details of those designated under sanctions legislation.

The following entries have been amended and are still subject to an asset freeze:

Olga Petrovna GRYAZNOVA (Group ID: 15195)
Yuri Nikolayevich SHAMALOV (Group ID: 15393)
Lyudmila Aleksandrovna OCHERETNAYA (Group ID: 15394)
Marina Vladimirovna MAGDALINA (Group ID: 15136)

Further details can be found in the Annex to this News Release.

Consequently the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office updated the Consolidated List. This list provides details of those designated under sanctions legislation.

Failure to comply with financial and trade sanctions legislation or to attempting to circumvent its provisions is a criminal offence.

Where a relevant institution has already reported details of accounts, other funds or economic resources held frozen for the designated person, you are not required to report these details again.

Further details of the sanctions regime related to Russia and links to other financial sanctions regimes may be found on the Customs and Excise pages of the Isle of Man Government website.

Financial Sanctions: Russia General Licence amendment

Mon, 23 May 2022 10:26:59 GMT

General licence - IOM/2022/RUS014

The Treasury has the power to issue General Licences for financial and trade sanctions regimes under a number of Regulations.

On 30 March 2022, the Treasury issued General licence - IOM/2022/RUS014 under regulation 64 of the Russia Sanctions (EU Exit) Regulations 2019, as they apply to the Isle of Man by the Russia Sanctions (Application) Regulations 2020 [SD 2020/0504] (“the Regulations”).

On 18 May 2022 General licence - IOM/2022/RUS014 was extended until 30 June 2022.

Any persons intending to use General Licence IOM/2022/RUS014 should consult the copy of the Licence for full details of the permissions and usage requirements which can be found attached to this release.

General Licence IOM/2022/RUS014 which allows for a wind down period until 30 June 2022 of positions involving the DP (Sovcomflot). A Subsidiary is any entity owned or controlled by the DP.

A Person is an individual, a body of persons corporate or unincorporate, any organisation or any association or combination of persons; and a Relevant Institution is:

a person who is licensed under the Financial Services Act 2008 (of Tynwald) to carry on a regulated activity within the meaning of section 3 of that Act;
a person who is authorised or registered under the Insurance Act 2008 (of Tynwald) or holds a permit under that Act;
a person who is registered under the Moneylenders Act 1991 (of Tynwald) to carry on the business of lending money;
a person who is acting as a trustee or an administrator of a retirement benefits scheme within the meaning of the Retirement Benefits Schemes Act 2008 (of Tynwald)

Under General Licence IOM/2022/RUS014 a Person (other than the DP or a Subsidiary) may wind down any transactions to which it is a party, involving the DP or a Subsidiary including the closing out of any positions, and a Person, Relevant Institution, or the DP or a Subsidiary can carry out any activity reasonably necessary to effect this.

General

The permissions in General Licence IOM/2022/RUS014 do not authorise any act which the person carrying out the act knows, or has reasonable grounds for suspecting, will result in funds or economic resources being made available in breach of The Russia Regulations, save as permitted under licences granted under The Russia Regulations.

The General Licence takes effect from the date of issue and expires on 30 June 2022.

Further details of the sanctions regime related to Russia may be found on the Customs and Excise pages of the Isle of Man Government website.