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Lieutenant Governor officially opens skills centre at the prison

The Ellan Vannin Skills Centre (EVSC) at the Isle of Man Prison has been officially opened by His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor of the Isle of Man,...
Tuesday, 21 April 2026

Tax return deadline approaching for Employers and Contractors

The deadline for submitting employer’s and contractor’s tax returns for the tax year ended 5 April 2026 is now just two weeks away. The statutory due date for...
Tuesday, 21 April 2026

Annual Report on Poverty Measures to be laid before Tynwald

The Council of Ministers’ third Annual Report on Poverty Measures will be laid before the May 2026 sitting of Tynwald, providing a detailed and transparent...
Tuesday, 21 April 2026

First annual report highlights progress on Isle of Man Carers Strategy

The first annual report on the Carers’ Strategy 2024-2034 has been published, outlining the progress made during Phase One (June 2024 to September 2025) and...
Friday, 10 April 2026

New rules set clear limits on child employment in Isle of Man

New rules that boost protections for children with part-time jobs have come into force in the Isle of Man today, with full guidance provided. The Employment...
Wednesday, 1 April 2026

Manx Care asks GP practices to formally adopt Jess’s Rule

Manx Care is asking all GP practices on the Island to formally adopt Jess’s Rule, a UK NHS initiative that encourages clinicians to reflect, review and rethink...
Tuesday, 31 March 2026

Manx Care secures Isle of Man - UK emergency air bridge services for the next five years

Manx Care has secured the Isle of Man’s emergency air bridge to provide patient transfer services for the next five years, following the completion of a...
Tuesday, 31 March 2026

Cyber Security Centre partners with Riela to brief construction industry on cyber crime risks

The Department of Home Affairs’ Cyber Security Centre has joined forces with Douglas‑based cyber security firm Riela to help the Island’s construction sector...
Monday, 30 March 2026

Integrated Sight Support and Resource Hub opens in Noble’s Hospital Foyer

Last week saw the opening of the new 'Integrated Sight Support & Resource Hub' with Eye Care Liaison Officer Lesley Hankinson and Sight Matters with...
Friday, 27 March 2026

Isle of Man Census takes place on 26 April 2026

Every person in every household will count in an interim census on Sunday 26 April 2026. The information produced by the census will provide vital insight into...
Thursday, 26 March 2026
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