Home Affairs News
Tynwald approval sought for new custody block
The Department of Home Affairs is seeking Tynwald approval to start work on the construction of a new custody block at Police Headquarters.
Minister Juan...
Thursday, 3 July 2014
Prison officers and inmates complete charity walk
A group of prison officers and inmates undertook a sponsored walk from Jurby Prison to the old Victoria Road prison site in Douglas earlier this month to...
Monday, 30 June 2014
Department pursuing modernisation programme in response to financial challenge
The Department of Home Affairs is continuing to drive forward an ambitious programme of modernisation in response to its budgetary challenge.
A reduction in...
Tuesday, 24 June 2014
Minister welcomes further decrease in recorded crime
Home Affairs Minister Juan Watterson MHK has welcomed evidence of another significant decrease in the level of recorded crime in the Isle of Man.
Already at a...
Wednesday, 28 May 2014
Public urged to guard against unnecessary 999 call-outs
The Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service is highlighting the risks and cost associated with responding to unwanted false alarms and nuisance calls.
Monday, 14 April 2014
Minister praises flood response
Home Affairs Minister Juan Watterson MHK has praised the work of the emergency services in responding to the impact and aftermath of the recent severe...
Wednesday, 8 January 2014
Minister opposes introduction of e-cigarettes in prison
Home Affairs Minister Juan Watterson MHK has opposed the introduction of electronic cigarettes at the Isle of Man prison because of concerns over health and...
Friday, 1 November 2013
Community Service continues to play key role in justice system
Community service orders continue to play a key role in the criminal justice system in the Isle of Man, as well as making a positive impact on the local environment.
Friday, 1 November 2013
Minister praises effectiveness of Youth Justice Team
Home Affairs Minister Juan Watterson MHK has highlighted the effectiveness of the Youth Justice Team in helping to steer young people away from a life of crime.
Friday, 1 November 2013
Plans submitted for new custody block
The Department of Home Affairs has submitted plans to construct a new custody block at police headquarters in Douglas.
Subject to permission being granted,...
Monday, 23 September 2013