Our Island Plan

Home and Neighbourhood News

Thinking about standing as a candidate in the 2026 House of Keys General Election?

Prospective candidates for the General Election 24 September 2026 can today (24 September 2025) formally declare their intention to stand and begin...
Wednesday, 24 September 2025

Government to improve financial support for first time home buyers

The level of financial support available for first time home buyers is set to be increased and the eligibility criteria widened in a move to help more young...
Tuesday, 23 September 2025

Vision for the future of transport in the Isle of Man

An exciting vision for the future of transport in the island has been published. The Isle of Man Government’s Transport Strategy looks forward to more...
Monday, 22 September 2025

Area Plan for the North and West adopted by the Cabinet Office

The Area Plan for the North and West is a comprehensive planning document for the North and West of the Island. Should it be approved by Tynwald in October, it...
Thursday, 18 September 2025

Consultation for extension of 20mph speed limits now open for central area of the Isle of Man

The online public consultation into the introduction of 20mph limits on certain roads in the centre of the island – stretching from Peel to Garff - is now live....
Friday, 12 September 2025

CYBERISLE 2025: People invited to learn more about cybersecurity

The Isle of Man’s cybersecurity conference is to take place at the Comis Hotel in Santon next month. CYBERISLE 2025 will give people the chance to hear...
Thursday, 11 September 2025

Bank Holidays in the Isle of Man 2026

Treasury has confirmed that the following dates will be Bank Holidays in the Isle of Man in 2026, in accordance with the provisions of the Bank Holidays Act...
Thursday, 11 September 2025

Parking layout information session ahead of roadworks on High Street, Port St Mary

A major reconstruction scheme for the High Street in Port St Mary is expected to begin next year. The Department of Infrastructure is planning to reconstruct...
Friday, 5 September 2025

Fenella Footbridge to close for maintenance work

Fenella Footbridge in Peel is to close on Monday 8 September for four weeks to allow for maintenance work. The bridge’s hydraulic systems will be overhauled,...
Friday, 5 September 2025

Rates charges for dilapidated properties included in Treasury consultation

Views are being sought on proposed amendments to the Rating and Valuation Act 1953 as part of a six-week consultation exercise which launched today (Friday 5...
Friday, 5 September 2025
Back to top