Environment, Food and Agriculture News
Mountain bike accidents lead to countryside appeal
People are being asked to avoid taking unnecessary risks when exercising in the countryside after three cyclists required hospital treatment due to separate...
Friday, 19 March 2021
Building control changes delayed due to COVID-19
Proposed changes to building control fees and charges have been delayed for a second time due to coronavirus restrictions and pressure facing the construction...
Wednesday, 17 March 2021
Reckless fly-tippers face heavy fines
People are being warned that fly-tipping will not be tolerated after a number of cases were reported on the Island in recent weeks.
Police and local...
Wednesday, 17 March 2021
COVID-19: Delivery support available during lockdown
People who find themselves unable to shop for food and essential supplies due to coronavirus restrictions are being made aware of support available to...
Monday, 15 March 2021
Views sought on new Animal Welfare Bill
Public views are being sought on the proposed Animal Welfare Bill 2021 that aims to protect animals such as cats, dogs and horses from harm and...
Thursday, 11 March 2021
Montreal Protocol: Island steps up position on ozone depleting substances
Increased measures to protect the Earth’s atmosphere from ozone depleting substances, under an international treaty, have been extended to the Isle of...
Tuesday, 9 March 2021
Three historic Island buildings could be registered
A former beachside café and a Victorian pub are among three Isle of Man buildings being considered for inclusion to a list of the Island’s registered...
Tuesday, 23 February 2021
Coronavirus fisheries support scheme extended
Money for the seafood and fishing industry has been allocated to help the sector navigate the challenges of coronavirus and the added complications brought by...
Wednesday, 17 February 2021
Hedge cutting reminder ahead of bird nesting season
People are reminded to trim hedges on their land before the start of the bird nesting season.
Hedgerows are an important part of the countryside and provide...
Friday, 5 February 2021
Chief Minister plants tree to mark start of People’s Wood
The Chief Minister has planted one of the first trees that will form a new People’s Wood (Keyll yn Phobble in Manx) on the Isle of Man.
The project ispart of...
Friday, 5 February 2021