Benefits and Financial Support News
Dr Chris Stockport seconded as interim Chief Executive Officer of Manx Care
Following a competitive selection process, Dr Chris Stockport will take up the PSC role of interim Chief Executive Officer of Manx Care for six months from July...
Friday, 12 June 2026
Government publishes final Island Plan report alongside year-end updates
The Isle of Man Government has today published a suite of reports marking the end of the 2025/26 financial year, including the final programme report for the...
Tuesday, 9 June 2026
Childcare Credit increased for Isle of Man families
Parents and carers can now apply for Childcare Credit for the next academic year.
Those eligible will receive an extra £128 per child from September, when...
Friday, 29 May 2026
Foster carers celebrated at special Island event
Foster carers from across the Isle of Man were celebrated and thanked for their outstanding commitment at a special Foster Carer Celebration Event, held at...
Wednesday, 27 May 2026
Fun and fuel VAT boost for Isle of Man families and businesses
Families in the Isle of Man will pay less for days out this summer, as a temporary VAT reduction on selected activities comes into effect from 25 June...
Tuesday, 26 May 2026
Minor Injuries Unit to reopen at Ramsey on Monday 18 May
Manx Care is pleased to confirm that the Minor Injury and Illness Unit (MIU) at Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital (RDCH) will reopen on Monday 18 May 2026,...
Thursday, 14 May 2026
Manx Care Chief Executive to step down in Summer 2026
Manx Care’s Chief Executive, Teresa Cope, has announced her intention to step down from her role in the summer, having successfully led the organisation since...
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Isle of Man Government appoints new Chief People Officer
The Isle of Man Government has appointed Grace Eames as its new Chief People Officer, responsible for the working lives of nearly 8,000 public servants.
She...
Friday, 8 May 2026
Manx Care celebrates Foster Care Fortnight 2026 and calls for more foster carers
Manx Care's Family Placement Service is proud to be supporting Foster Care Fortnight 2026 (11 to 24 May), a UK‑wide campaign led by The Fostering Network,...
Thursday, 7 May 2026
Dental survey aims to assess the oral health of Island children
Public Health is carrying out a dental health survey of five year-olds in the Isle of Man this spring.
The survey will take place between this month and...
Wednesday, 6 May 2026

