Environment, Food and Agriculture News
National Glens now more accessible thanks to new virtual reality project
People of all physical abilities can now explore the Island’s National Glens from the comfort of their homes, thanks to a new immersive virtual experience...
Wednesday, 23 August 2023
Great Taste Awards 2023: Eleven Manx products receive star ratings
The exceptional quality of food and drink produced on the Isle of Man has once again been recognised by experts at the annual Great Taste Awards.
In total 11...
Thursday, 17 August 2023
Planning system improvements proposed on Consultation Hub
Individuals, building owners, developers, and interest groups are invited to share views with Government on improvements to the planning system.
Changes are...
Tuesday, 15 August 2023
Thousands receive free energy-saving upgrades
More than 2,000 homes have now installed free energy-saving upgrades as part of the Isle of Man Government’s Energy Efficiency Scheme (EES).
The EES launched...
Monday, 24 July 2023
Bird flu confirmed in dead seabird on Manx beach
People are asked not to touch sick or dead birds or animals after a washed up guillemot tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza.
Around 70...
Wednesday, 19 July 2023
Isle of Man single-use plastic ban just months away
Businesses are reminded that a range of common single-use (SUP) plastics items, such as straws and carrier bags, will be banned on the Isle of Man in three...
Wednesday, 19 July 2023
Nigel Davis appointed Chair of Isle of Man Meat Plant
Nigel Davis has been appointed Chair of the Isle of Man Meat Company, which operates the Island’s only meat plant.
Mr Davis has previously worked as...
Thursday, 13 July 2023
New Manx herring quota provides ‘once-in-a-generation opportunity’
A new Isle of Man herring quota that follows two years of constructive post-Brexit discussions will provide a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” for the Manx...
Monday, 3 July 2023
Government and Wildlife Groups team-up over rare Risso’s dolphin stranding
A female Risso’s dolphin has been found dead by a member of the public after it washed up on Kirk Michael beach last week.
The 2.3 metre long juvenile had no...
Monday, 12 June 2023
Isle of Man rum gets Harrods boost
Rum distilled in the Isle of Man is being sold in Harrods as local distillery Outlier continues its London takeover.
The bright, art-led labels of white rum...
Monday, 15 May 2023