Our Island Plan

Home and Neighbourhood News

Households must complete and return their census form

The Census Office reports 73 per cent of households have returned their census forms and reminder letters are being sent out to support homes which have not yet...
Friday, 22 May 2026

Isle of Man acts to safeguard war memorials for future generations

Hundreds of war memorials in the Isle of Man will benefit from stronger legal protection after Tynwald approved the move this week. The Island is home to...
Wednesday, 20 May 2026

CYBERISLE 2026: Security in an uncertain future

CYBERISLE 2026 will bring together leaders from government, industry and the international cybersecurity community to address the theme: Cyber Security for an...
Friday, 15 May 2026

Former UK defence chief presents potential impacts on national security

A former senior British military commander brought a stark warning about the security risks resulting from the interconnected topics of geopolitical...
Friday, 8 May 2026

Energy Efficiency Scheme extended to help with energy costs

A scheme providing free energy-saving upgrades to Isle of Man households has been extended, with a further £100,000 secured to help residents manage rising...
Thursday, 7 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

Switzerland’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom visits Island

Switzerland’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom, His Excellency Dominique Paravicini, visited the Isle of Man last week, to explore ongoing cooperation,...
Tuesday, 5 May 2026

Justice and Home Affairs Bill completes passage through Tynwald

A wide‑ranging package of justice reforms is a step closer after an important piece of legislation completed its passage through the branches of Tynwald. The...
Friday, 1 May 2026

Deputy Chief Minister attends Channel Islands Liberation Day reception in Westminster

Deputy Chief Minister Jane Poole-Wilson MHK represented the Isle of Man at the Channel Islands Liberation Day reception at Speaker’s House in the Palace of...
Friday, 1 May 2026

Prison work party restores memorial bench

A work party from the Isle of Man Prison’s Skills Centre has restored a memorial bench of great significance to a Douglas family. The bench, located on South...
Thursday, 30 April 2026
Back to top