Benefits and Financial Support News

Government highlights progress and next steps in combatting financial crime

The Isle of Man Government is advancing a robust and coordinated national response aimed at protecting the Island from the threat posed by organised crime. The...
Tuesday, 26 August 2025

Housing Agency seeks external board directors

A Government body that aims to create more affordable housing is looking for people to oversee its work. The Isle of Man Government is establishing a Housing...
Thursday, 21 August 2025

New employment rights for shared parental leave and parental bereavement leave

New employment rights for shared parental leave and parental bereavement leave will be introduced from 1 November 2025. The new rights are the final provisions...
Thursday, 7 August 2025

Results Days 2025: Isle of Man students set for summer results

Around 1,400 young people will receive their exam results in the Isle of Man this month, marking a key milestone in their educational journey. Students from...
Thursday, 7 August 2025

Possible solution for disposal of mining material

There could be a solution to disposing of mining material that found its way down water courses in the west of the island if planning permission is...
Thursday, 31 July 2025

A18 Mountain Road closures in September

The A18 Mountain Road will be closed between Creg ny Baa and Brandywell Corner for approximately five weeks from Monday, 15 September, to allow essential...
Thursday, 31 July 2025

New campaign to raise Isle of Man breastfeeding rates

A new campaign from Public Health and Manx Care will highlight how local communities can help support families who are breastfeeding. Sustaining...
Thursday, 31 July 2025

Government reduces staff levels and supports growth in essential frontline roles

The third Public Service Workforce Report highlights a decrease in the overall Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) numbers within the public service workforce. For the...
Tuesday, 29 July 2025

Department for Enterprise publishes 2025-26 Department Plan

The Department for Enterprise (‘DfE’) has unveiled its Department Plan for 2025-2026, building on the achievements from the past 12 months, and setting a robust...
Monday, 21 July 2025

Tynwald approve new methodology for determining Minimum Wage proposals in the Isle of Man

The Minimum Wage rate in the Isle of Man is to be set at 66% of the Isle of Man Median Earnings, following Tynwald approval at the July sitting. Additionally,...
Thursday, 17 July 2025