Environment, Food and Agriculture News
Man fined after driving 4x4 up Island’s second highest peak
A local man who bought a 4x4 vehicle and drove it to the top of the Island’s second highest peak, damaging an extensive area of heathland, has been fined...
Friday, 4 December 2020
Outdoor activity centre plan for former quarry
An opportunity for an individual or businesses to create and manage a recreational activity centre on the site of a former quarry has been launched.
South...
Wednesday, 2 December 2020
Planning applications move online
People can now submit planning applications online via the Isle of Man Government website.
It follows a commitment made in the 2018 Planning Action Plan to...
Friday, 13 November 2020
Damage to plantation gates investigated
An investigation is underway after a vehicle smashed through five gates in a remote plantation causing thousands of pounds of damage.
Police believe the...
Thursday, 5 November 2020
Climate change discussed at virtual BIC summit
Ministers from across the British Isles have met virtually for the 16th British-Irish Council (BIC) Environment meeting, hosted by the UK Government.
The BIC,...
Wednesday, 4 November 2020
Bonfire builders asked to watch what they burn
With bonfire night fast approaching people are reminded to be careful what they burn, inform the Emergency Services Joint Control Room, and follow the latest...
Tuesday, 3 November 2020
Safety measures increased for King Scallop season
Safety and security measures are to be stepped up at harbours ahead of the King Scallop season which gets under way on 1 November.
Around 80 crews from the...
Thursday, 29 October 2020
Crab and lobster fisheries consultation launched
The views of people in the fishing industry are being sought on proposed measures to improve the way the Island’s crab and lobster fisheries are managed.
A...
Monday, 26 October 2020
Wildlife Park raises £10,000 for conservation
Curraghs Wildlife Park visitors have helped to raise more than £10,000 for its conservation fund this year, despite the park being closed for 10 weeks due to...
Thursday, 15 October 2020
Video praises Biosphere partners’ Covid efforts
Biosphere Isle of Man partners have been praised for the role they played in the Island’s response to Covid-19 in a video released today.
UNESCO named the...
Monday, 12 October 2020