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Schools to celebrate UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man

Schools are to explore and celebrate the Isle of Man’s UNESCO Biosphere status with a special week of activities.  The Isle of Man is the only entire nation...
Monday, 20 June 2022

Joint statement issued on behalf of the Isle of Man Government, Isle of Man Constabulary, the Auto-Cycle Union, and Manx National Farmers Union

Visitors and locals are urged to use greenlanes appropriately – do not to ride away from designated tracks, on open hill land, plantations or disturb livestock...
Wednesday, 8 June 2022

Wildlife experts inspect Douglas pontoon for invasive species

A group of wildlife experts has carried out a rare dive in Douglas harbour to examine a floating pontoon for potentially costly and damaging invasive...
Thursday, 26 May 2022

Plan to develop a thriving scallop fishery for future generations

A plan that will see fishermen, producers and marine scientists co-manage the Isle of Man’s multi-million pound king scallop fishery will be a first for the...
Thursday, 26 May 2022

Plea for plant lovers to avoid poisonous slug pellets

Plant and vegetable growers are asked to avoid using poisonous slug pellets to protect their gardens and allotments, due to the risk they pose to wildlife and...
Thursday, 19 May 2022

Curraghs Wildlife Park review to set long-term objectives

A review of the Curraghs Wildlife Park (CWP) will be carried out this summer to identify a set of long-term and sustainable goals for the popular family...
Tuesday, 17 May 2022

Food & Drink businesses complete marketing masterclass

Nine Isle of Man food and drink businesses have successfully completed a series of marketing masterclasses designed to boost their brand and find new...
Tuesday, 17 May 2022

Entries invited for UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Awards

Individuals and organisations are invited to enter the 2022 UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Awards, which will celebrate the benefits of working together for a...
Monday, 9 May 2022

Enhanced support for residents making their homes more energy efficient.

Enhanced support for residents making their homes more energy efficient Following feedback, changes to the Green Living Grant Scheme (GLGS) have been...
Monday, 9 May 2022

UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man launch Young Nature Writer competition

Young people are invited to put pen to paper to help celebrate the Isle of Man’s unique natural environment and rich wildlife in a competition that will see...
Monday, 2 May 2022
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