Isle of Man Government News

Financial Sanctions: Al-Qaida

Tue, 04 Sep 2018 11:04:04 GMT

On 29 October 2012 the European Commission published Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No. 1002/2012 which amended Annex I to Council Regulation (EC) No. 881/2002 ("the 2002 Regulation") with effect from 30 October.

The amendment to Annex I is to add to the list of persons, groups and entities subject to the freezing of assets and economic resources under the 2002 Regulation, and reflects the decision made on 17 October by the United Nations Security Council Committee established pursuant to UN Security Council Resolution 1267 (1999) to add 2 individuals to the UN Al-Qaida sanctions list.

As they are now included in Annex I to the 2002 Regulations the following individuals are now subject to financial sanctions in the Isle of Man -

ADDITIONS

Individuals

BASHIR, Ayyub

Title: Qari/Alhaj

DOB:

--/--/1966
--/--/1964
--/--/1969
--/--/1971

a.k.a.:

AYUB, Muhammad
BASHAR, Ayub

Nationality:

Uzbek
Afghan

Address: Mir Ali, North Waziristan Agency, Federal Administered Tribal Areas, Pakistan

Other Information: UN Ref QI.B.311.12. Member of leadership council as of early 2010. Head of finance for Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan. Coordinated financial and logistical support for the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan in Afghanistan and Pakistan between 2009-2012. Transferred and delivered funds to Fazal Rahim.

Group ID: 12808

CHAUDHRY, Aamir, Ali

DOB: 03/08/1986

a.k.a.:

CHAUDARY, Aamir, Ali
CHAUDRY, Amir, Ali
CHOUDRY, Aamir, Ali

Nationality: Pakistani

Passport Details: BN 4196361 (Pakistani). Issued 28 Oct 2008. Expires 27 Oct 2013

National Identification no: 33202-7126636-9 (Pakistani national identity card)

Other Information: UN Ref QI.C.312.12. Also referred to as Huzaifa. Electronics and explosives expert for Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Involved in attack planning for TTP. Provided financial and logistical support for TTP and participated in TTP sponsored militant training.

Group ID: 12809

More information about the Al-Qaida and Taliban sanctions, and other sanctions measures can be found on the Customs and Excise website.

For more information about this news release please contact the Sanctions Officer:

Customs and Excise Division

P.O. Box 6

Custom House

North Quay

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM99 1AG

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Isle of Man e-Gaming Team enjoy positive European iGaming Congress and Expo 2012

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:29:15 GMT

The Department’s e-Gaming team, led by Mr Alex Downie OBE MLC, together with 14 professional service providers attended the event and put forward a co-ordinated and professional delegation which enabled visitors to discuss legal, financial, data hosting, software, consultancy and corporate services.

With more than 100 industry speakers and over 1,700 delegates from over 60 countries, EiG is mainland Europe’s biggest industry event for decision makers in the online gaming industry. The event offered excellent opportunities for the e-Gaming team and industry representatives to communicate the Island’s strong proposition to delegates at the event.

Alex Downie OBE, MLC, Political Member for e-Gaming, Isle of Man Government Department of Economic Development commented:

'EiG is the largest gaming industry event of its type in mainland Europe and it was a great opportunity to demonstrate the quality of the Isle of Man’s e-Gaming sector and its continued status as a world-leading centre of excellence for the industry. We will be working with industry in the Isle of Man to progress the many positive leads that have come out of the event.'

'The Department is already preparing for the next opportunity for the Isle of Man to promote itself in this way, which will be at the ICE exhibition, taking place at Excel, London during February 2013. This will be the biggest international gaming event ever held in the UK.'

Tim Craine, Head of e-Gaming and Technology, said:

'During the last few years the Isle of Man has achieved significant successes in e-Gaming resulting in the growth of a world-leading cluster for gaming and its support infrastructure. The European iGaming Congress and Expo is one of the key events of the year and an important part of the Government’s ongoing strategy to continue to expand this fast growing sector.'

'The event offered a great networking opportunity for new and existing businesses, not only enabling us to position the Island as a premier jurisdiction for e-Gaming but also to showcase our diverse economy.'

Find out more information about e-Gaming in the Isle of Man.

Manx fishermen move into the digital age

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:29:15 GMT

Kate Beecroft MHK, Member for Fisheries, attended one of a number of training sessions put on for Manx fishermen and DEFA staff last week, to assist in the move to electronic logbooks, which is due to take place on 1 November.

Commenting after the training Mrs Beecroft said:

'The move from paper records to electronic ones is the biggest shake up in fisheries bureaucracy for a generation. I was impressed by how engaged both staff and fishermen were, as we work together to make this move a success. Whilst there are bound to be teething problems, I would hope that electronic reporting will become part and parcel of a normal day both at sea and in the office. In the medium to long term, we would hope that streamlining data collection, and exchange, between fishermen, officials and processors will assist us all to manage our marine resources more wisely and responsively.'

She continued:

'The Isle of Man has taken a different approach to the UK Administrations, by agreeing a single bespoke solution that will cover all Manx vessels. This has enabled us to negotiate competitive running costs and a single service contract that has proved to be very good value relative to solutions seen elsewhere.'

Taking public sector housing forward

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:25:56 GMT

Following on from excellent levels of response to the recent consultation on the Housing Review findings, the Department, local housing authorities and other stakeholders will be getting involved in developing key areas of policy within the next month.

Minister for Social Care Hon Chris Robertshaw MHK commented:

'It is very clear from the recent Social Policy consultation that housing is one area of social policy that is close to people's hearts.

'Government has a responsibility to ensure public sector housing services are of an excellent quality, targeted at those in housing need and provide best value for the Isle of Man tax payer.

'The community has given their views on the challenges the Housing Review identified, and now is the time to work together on shaping a sustainable housing policy and service delivery, for both current and future generations.

'By identifying new ways of working, having clear rent charges, developing consistent services and reducing bureaucracy, we can achieve better value for money.

'This is also the opportunity to reduce the potential postcode lottery which exists in public sector housing delivered by 17 housing authorities; each with separate waiting lists, repairs services and estate management policies.

'Together we can make this happen and deliver real positive change, which harnesses the skills and experience of the housing authorities and other stakeholders, to make it work here in our communities. I am looking forward to working with my colleagues across the sector over the coming months.'

The next steps are for the Department to work up the detail behind 5 key policy areas:

•Housing need - to identify future needs

• Older persons housing - looking at provision of suitable accommodation for an aging population

• Procurement - looking to reduce costs associated with construction and repairs and maintenance

•Affordable housing options - helping first time buyers and those outside the public sector to access decent accommodation

• Option appraisal for one public sector housing provider - developing a cost effective and consistent quality service across the Island to meet increasing need

The Department will be working with key stakeholders, including the local housing authorities, Third Sector partners, construction industry and tenants over the coming months, in order to take any proposals forward for Tynwald approval in due course. The local housing authorities are to meet the Department in November.

International issues discussed at inter-island meeting

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:29:15 GMT

The trilateral summit between the Crown Dependencies, held in London, was scheduled following Mr Bell’s visit to the Channel Islands to meet their new Chief Ministers in May this year.

He explained:

‘In the current international climate it is more important than ever that the Crown Dependencies maintain an open dialogue on matters of mutual interest. The islands may be commercial competitors but we do face common challenges both at home and abroad. This was a very useful opportunity to share views and information on a range of topics including the economy, growing global pressure on tax issues, and our support for developing countries. On the domestic front all three islands are facing up to public sector reform.’

The Chief Minister was accompanied by Treasury Minister Eddie Teare MHK and senior officers. The Jersey delegation was led by Senator Ian Gorst, Chief Minister, and Guernsey representatives were headed by their Chief Minister Deputy Peter Harwood.

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Children's drawings illustrate book that will raise money for voluntary organisation

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:29:15 GMT

Bumble Big Ears and a Boy Called Eddie tells of a young mute boy’s imaginary adventures with a rabbit. It will be sold to raise money for Dolittle’s, which offers animal-assisted healing to adults and children in the Island.

Dolittle’s is supported by children’s parties and private fundraising. Its dream is to one day have its own centre.

Sandy Huyton founded the charity in 2009 and has written the book, based loosely on a couple of children she knows.

She approached the Department of Education and Children’s Services for Children to provide illustrations and has toured the 10 primary special needs units with her animals, speaking to children and gathering drawings.

Eighty children had a hand in the drawings and the most suitable of them have been selected for inclusion in the book, which is being launched at The Strand shopping centre in Douglas on Saturday 3 November at 11.30am.

All the drawings submitted will be on show at The Strand on the launch day and on Thursday 1, Friday 2, Monday 5 and Tuesday 6 November between 11.30am and 4.30pm, when some of the units will enjoy group visits to see their work displayed.

Sandy said:

‘We were starting to get phone calls from schools inviting us in, as animal-assisted therapy can, in some cases, help children with special needs.

‘I have a son, aged 15, with special needs and so I already had connections with Services for Children.

‘I thought it would be lovely for children from the primary units to be part of the project, giving them the opportunity to bring out a creative side and encouraging positive feelings and self esteem.’

Sandy said that when she and her illustrator, Alex McPherson, sat down to sift through the drawings they ‘giggled and laughed’ at how imaginative they were.

‘The children have shown great creativity and I want them to be proud of their work,’ she said.

The book is priced £6.99. Sandy is donating a copy to each of the primary units.

For more information on Dolittle’s, ring Sandy on +44 7624 413921 or email dolittles@manx.net

Awards recognise quality in early years care

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:26:29 GMT

Three organisations offering early years care for children received Manx Step into Quality Awards at a presentation at the Isle of Man College of Further and Higher Education yesterday.

The successful settings were Auldyn and Andreas schools and The Children’s Centre’s early years provision in Woodbourne Road and Park Road.

In addition, four settings that have already gained the award took part in a post-award verification process and were rewarded for continuing to operate at a good standard. They were reception classes at Auldyn, Braddan and Sulby schools and Victoria House Nursery in Douglas.

The Manx Step into Quality Award allows early years care providers to examine what they do under half a dozen headings – environment, interactions, routines, key personnel, parents and leadership and management – and consider what works well and what could be improved upon. It takes, on average, a year to complete.

Some providers will be satisfied with the achievement while others to go on to work towards the full Manx Quality Award, which has eight modules – opportunities and experiences; relationships with children, parents and the wider community; working together as a team; routines; the great outdoors; interactions; meeting everyone’s needs and management and business – and takes around two years to complete.

Both awards are overseen by the Isle of Man College of F&HE with the support of the Department of Education and Children. All early years providers are encouraged to work towards the awards.

Jayne Adamson, the DEC’s School Improvement Adviser for Early Years, said:

‘The establishment of these awards reflects the work that both the Department of Education and Children and Isle of Man College of F&HE are undertaking to ensure organisations caring for young children attain the highest standards. Some of the organisations rewarded today are consolidating a year’s hard work and embedding new practice into their settings. Others are continuing their work in preparation for the full Manx Quality Award.’

Tina Moore, co-ordinator for the award, said:

‘We are delighted that the Manx Step into Quality Award continues to support settings and celebrate good practice. It is especially pleasing for verifiers to return to Manx Step into Quality Award settings and identify maintenance of the required standards, as well as further developments based on their reflections and action plans.’

Making yesterday’s presentations was Peter Lovekin, Programme Area Manager for Education, Health and Care at the College.

To date, 17 organisations have earned Manx Step into Quality Awards. Three settings are continuing with the pilot of the full Manx Quality Award, with newly awarded Manx Step into Quality groups joining them in January 2013.

Applications are invited from childcare providers wishing to work towards the Manx Step into Quality Award in 2013. For more information, contact tina.moore@iomcollege.ac.im or ring +44 1624 648295.

DEFA urges environmental awareness by saying 'Don't burn it!'

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:22:18 GMT

With Bonfire Night looming the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture is raising awareness in respect of the burning of controlled waste.

It is known from experience that businesses have used 5 November as an opportunity to dispose of waste through burning. The message the Department is trying to send out is that burning is not an acceptable, safe or sustainable way of controlled waste disposal.

Uncontrolled burning of waste produces smoke, malodours and particulates which pollute the environment, can be hazardous to health and affect the amenity of the locality as well as being a nuisance to neighbours. Ultimately such behaviours may well result in criminal prosecution and substantial fines.

Current legislation requires waste producers to dispose of waste correctly, including requirements for secure storage in bespoke containers to prevent waste escaping, access for collection and transportation to a licensed waste disposal site.

Member for the Environment Directorate, Brenda Cannell, MHK said:

'Isle of Man Government as a whole is committed to protecting the environment and public health. This commitment is established in legislation and borne out by the provision of facilities for disposal. Individuals, local authorities and businesses all play an important role in achieving this ‘common goal’ by aiming to be environmentally conscious in this regard.'

Further information can be found in a leaflet produced by the Environment Directorate and available from DEFA Headquarters in St John’s by telephoning +44 1685835 or which can be downloaded from this page.

Treasury Minister attends world finance meetings

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:29:16 GMT

Mr Teare represented the Island in Tokyo last week at the 2012 meetings of the World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Commonwealth Finance Ministers. The summit brought together central bankers, ministers of finance, private sector executives and leading academics to discuss issues of global importance, including the world economic outlook.

The debate focused on international efforts to stimulate economic growth and create new jobs. During the event, Mr Teare had an opportunity to meet UK Chancellor George Osborne who arrived in Tokyo following his keynote address at the Conservative Party autumn conference.

Mr Teare said:

‘I held very positive and productive discussions with Mr Osborne on a range of issues of mutual interest. I was able to reaffirm the Isle of Man’s vital role as a provider of financial flows to UK and international markets in terms of liquidity, listed companies and investment. I believe the UK and Isle of Man benefit from each other’s success and I outlined ways of strengthening our working relationships, in particular with the City and North West business community, to secure future economic growth and employment opportunities.’

Mr Teare also used his attendance at the meetings in Tokyo to enhance the Isle of Man’s reputation as an internationally responsible country with a dynamic, diversified and well-regulated business sector.

He commented:

‘The Island’s support for the Small Countries Financial Management Programme and introduction of legislation to block so-called vulture funds, has earned positive international recognition. It helps to set us apart from many other countries and demonstrates our commitment to playing a full and constructive role in the global community. In line with some of the aspirations outlined in the Chief Minister’s “Agenda for Change” we must continue to raise the Isle of Man’s international profile and continue to work in partnership with other countries. The World Bank and IMF events in Tokyo provided a unique opportunity to engage with the world’s finance leaders and to position the Isle of Man on the international stage.’

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Manx Decaf becomes registered charity

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:27:08 GMT

Manx Decaf - monthly cafes where those who have dementia or memory problems, their relatives and carers can meet to socialise and receive support - has achieved charity status. The first cafe was set up in 2006 by staff within the former Department of Health and Social Security after two of the Island’s Community Mental Health professionals attended a UK conference on dementia. It was there that they came across the then quite new concept of dementia cafes and were inspired to set one up on-Island. Over the past six years two additional cafes have been established, with the scheme proving so popular that members felt there was great potential to take the initiate forward as a charity. As a result, charity status was approved in June 2012, with an official launch scheduled for Friday, 26 October.

The charity’s committee has the overall aim to provide a social environment which offers both an informal setting and a place where anyone can come to get information on dementia and other memory problems. The committee consists of lay members and multi-disciplinary individuals from both the Department of Health and the Department of Social Care experienced in occupational therapy, social work, and community mental health; all dedicated volunteers who are essential to the successful running of the cafes. Volunteers, including trained professionals in memory problems, are able to offer guidance and support to those with dementia, as well as their carers and their relatives; this ensures that the best possible advice is given and that those affected don’t come to feel isolated by the condition. There’s also the opportunity for those with dementia or memory problems to be referred to clinics and other services within the Department of Health and the Department of Social Care via the cafes.

Leonard Singer MHK, who is Member for Mental Health Services within the Department of Health and also Member for Social Services within the Department of Social Care, said:

'Since their introduction, the Island’s dementia and memory problems cafes have been a resounding success. They offer a place where people – not just those with dementia or memory problems, but also their carers and relatives - can come together and be open about their issues, share experiences, and benefit from the help on offer. The best thing about the cafes is that those with dementia and memory problems can gain access to services and referrals to clinics through this informal setting, and if they have any questions or concerns there is a great deal of support for them. It is a great step forward that Manx Decaf has been successful in becoming a charity, enabling it to develop further.'

Peter Newbold, Chairman of Manx Decaf said:

'This is an exciting development for the future of Manx Decaf, which is a vital service for those affected by dementia and memory problems, as I found out when my wife developed this condition. The new status will enable us to operate independently and develop the charity and its services further. This has only been possible because of the hard work and dedication of individuals within the departments of Health and Social Care, and other volunteers. Without their valuable support and initiative, we would not be in the position we are today.'

Leonard Singer MHK added:

'The government will now be handing over the reins to Manx Decaf, but naturally both the Older Persons Mental Health Service and the Older People’s Social Work Team will continue to offer support and will remain heavily involved. This sort of partnership working between the public and third sectors will likely become increasingly important as our social and health services adapt to the challenges of an ageing population and ongoing financial pressures. As well as the volunteers; I’d like to extend my sincere thanks to those staff from both the Department of Health and the Department of Social care who had the foresight and vision to establish this service, and who continue their close partnership working in matters relating to older people’s health and social care.'

Manx Decaf run a number of cafes throughout the Island:

Douglas; Whispers Bar, Palace Hotel and Casino – 2pm till 4pm, last Friday of every month
Ramsey; Ramsey Town Hall, Function Room, 2nd Floor – 2pm till 4pm, second Thursday of every month
Port Erin; Cherry Orchard Hotel – 2pm till 4pm, second Wednesday of every month

There is a donation of £2.00 for tea, coffee and cakes. Dementia is used to describe a group of symptoms relating to behaviour and cognitive ability. Although dementia is commonly thought of in terms of memory problems, the reality is much more complex, and symptoms between the different forms of dementia can vary a great deal. Dementia symptoms can include memory problems, confusion and mood changes.

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, followed by vascular dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. It is possible to have more than one of these diseases that cause dementia at the same time; this is called ‘mixed dementia’. About 820,000 people in the UK have dementia. Most are over 65, but over 15,000 under-65s have dementia.

This development in the Manx Decaf also comes at a time where the UK Government has launched a dementia campaign, including a new television advert to raise awareness and promote early diagnosis of the condition.

For further information about Manx Decaf call the Older Persons Mental Health Team on + 44 1624 642879.

Half-year report shows budget rebalancing on track

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:26:51 GMT

Treasury Minister Eddie Teare MHK has welcomed a half-year financial report confirming that Government remains on track with its budget rebalancing programme despite challenging targets for Departments.

The report covers the six months ending September 30, the first half of the 2012-13 financial year. It indicates that Government’s income and expenditure are broadly in line with the Budget for the year.

Minister Teare commented:

‘The report for the first half of the current financial year provides a reassuring message that Government is still on course with its budget rebalancing. This reflects well on the quality of Treasury’s estimates and forecasts, but also on the Departments who are working hard to meet tough financial targets.’

The report which has been circulated this week contains extracts from a fuller document which will be laid before the November sitting of Tynwald.

Isle of Man will not apply Air Passenger Duty to 'Business Jets'

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:26:51 GMT

Treasury Minister Eddie Teare MHK has announced that the Isle of Man will not be following the United Kingdom in extending Air Passenger Duty (APD) to ‘business jets’.

Mr Teare said the decision would support the growth of the aircraft sector of the Island’s economy. In April this year Mr Teare stated that he had no intention of extending APD to 19 seat aircraft but he would be seeking the views of the Department of Economic Development and through them business, before making a final decision on whether to mirror the UK’s other planned APD changes. This followed the UK announcement that from 1 April 2013, it is to extend APD to passengers departing the UK aboard such aircraft.

Mr Teare explained:

‘The feedback Treasury received from the Department of Economic Development was that the vast majority of industry professionals and representatives saw the extension of APD to business jets as detrimental and contrary to the Island’s aims to support and encourage further inward investment in the Island’s growing aircraft sector. I hope that Treasury’s decision not to extend APD to business jets will send out the message to the aircraft sector that the Isle of Man gives you freedom to fly’.

Hartley Elder, Director of Civil Aviation at the Department of Economic Development said:

‘The business aircraft owners and operators are a valuable and flourishing component of the Island’s economy and they will be encouraged to visit the Island by the Treasury’s decision not to extend APD to business jets. The Isle of Man is already recognised as the registration ‘one stop shop’ for business aviation, with ourselves at the Aircraft Registry, our colleagues in Customs & Excise and the private sector delivering a first class service to the industry. This decision supports our work and underlines the Island’s reputation as a business friendly location for the business aviation sector.’

Since 1994, when APD was introduced in both the UK and the Isle of Man, the Treasury has chosen to maintain duty-rates and general rules on liability so that they correspond to those in force in the UK.

However, it has decided that it would not be in the interests of the Island to introduce the two most recent changes being implemented by HM Revenue and Customs, namely

extending APD to all aircraft with 19 seats or more and a take-off weight of at least 5.7 tonnes; and
applying an enhanced rate of APD to aircraft of 20 tonnes or more with fewer than 19 seats

More IoM based higher education students than ever to graduate at 2012 Annual Awards Ceremony

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:29:16 GMT

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Chester, Professor Tim Wheeler, will present the awards which have been conferred by both Chester and Liverpool John Moore’s universities.

What makes this occasion a highlight of the Island's educational calendar is that all these students achieved their awards through studying here on the Island at the IoM College of Further and Higher Education. Support is provided for students to pursue higher education in the UK, however the opportunities to study on Island either full time or whilst remaining at work have and are increasing.

John Lindon, of Isle of Man Bank who sponsor the event, said: 'Education is an important focus area of our Community Investment sponsorship on the Island and our Isle of Man Bank partnership with the Higher Education Awards at Isle of Man College supports recognition of students for their well-earned success.'

Students and their friends and families will attend the ceremony at St German's Cathedral, Peel, at 3pm on Friday 19 October, followed by refreshments in the Corrin Hall.

Financial Sanctions: Syria

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:27:57 GMT

The Council of the European Union has amended Annex II to Council Regulation (EU) No. 36/2012 ("Regulation 36/2012") with effect from 16 October 2012. Annex II to Regulation 36/2012 lists the persons, entities or bodies subject to the asset freeze.

The changes to Annex II of Regulation 36/2012 are the addition of 28 individuals and 2 entities, the removal of 2 individuals and 1 entity, and amendments to the identifying information of 20 existing entries, and these can be accessed here.

The individuals and entities added to Annex II are therefore subject to the asset freeze imposed by Regulation 36/2012.

The individuals and entities removed from Annex II are therefore no longer subject to the asset freeze imposed by Regulation 36/2012.

Further details of the sanctions regime related to Syria and links to the Consolidated List of individuals and entities subject to other financial sanctions regimes may be found on the Customs and Excise pages of the Isle of Man Government website.

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Financial Sanctions: Somalia

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:29:16 GMT

The European Commission has amended Annex I to Council Regulation (EC) No. 356/10 ("the 2010 Regulation") with effect from 16 October 2012.

Annex I of the 2010 Regulation lists the persons, entities or bodies designated by the United Nations Security Council or by the UN Sanctions Committee in accordance with Resolution 1844 (2008).

The amendments reflect the decisions made on 11 July, 25 July and 24 August by the United Nations Sanctions Committee established pursuant to resolution 751 (1992) to add two individuals to the UN list and to amend the identifying information of one existing entry.

The individuals added to Annex I are therefore subject to the asset freeze imposed by the 2010 Regulation.

ADDITIONS

Individuals

AHMED, Abubaker, Shariff

DOB:

--/--/1962
--/--/1967

POB: Kenya

a.k.a.:

AHMED, Abubakar
AHMED, Sheikh, Abubakar
SHARIFF, Abu Makaburi
SHARIFF, Abubaker

Address: Majengo area, Mombasa, Kenya

Other Information: Close associate of Aboud Rogo. Also engaged in the mobilisation and management of funding for Al-Shabaab. Also referred to as Makaburi.

Group ID: 12737

MOHAMMED, Aboud, Rogo

DOB:

11/11/1960
11/11/1967
11/11/1969
01/01/1969

POB: Lamu Island, Kenya

a.k.a.:

MOHAMED, Aboud, Rogo
MUHAMMAD, Aboud, Rogo
ROGO, Sheikh, Aboud
ROGO, Aboud, Mohammad
ROGO, Aboud, Mohammed
ROGO, Aboud, Seif

Other Information: Extremist Islamic cleric based in Kenya. His activities include fundraising for Al-Shabaab. Main ideological leader of Al Hijra, formally known as the Muslim Youth Centre.

Group ID: 12735

AMENDMENT

Added information appears initalics.

Individual

JIM'ALE, Ali, Ahmed, Nur

DOB: --/--/1954

POB: Eilbur, Somalia

a.k.a.:

JIM'ALE, Ahmad, Ali
JIM'ALE, Ahmad, Nur, Ali
JIM'ALE, Ahmed, Ali
JIM'ALE, Shaykh, Ahmed, Nur
JIM'ALE, Sheikh, Ahmed

Nationality:

Somalia
Djibouti

Passport Details: A0181988 (Somalia). Expired 23 Jan 2011

Address: Djibouti, Republic of Djibouti

Other Information: A prominent businessman and figure in the Al-Shabaab charcoal-sugar trading cycle. Jim'ale is one of Al-Shabaab's chief financiers. As of fall 2007, Jim'ale established a front company in Djibouti for extremist activites called the Investors Group. As of September 2010, Jim'ale established ZAAD, a mobile-to-mobile money transfer business. As of December 2011, unidentified donors from the Middle East were transferring money to Jim'ale, who in turn used financial intermediaries to send the money to al-Shabaab.

Group ID: 12699

Financial institutions and other persons are requested to check whether they maintain any accounts or otherwise hold funds or economic resources for, or provide financial services to, the designated persons. If so, they must freeze such accounts or other funds and, unless licensed by the Treasury, refrain from dealing with said funds or economic resources, and suspend the provision of any financial services. They must also report their findings to the Sanctions Officer at the Customs and Excise Division of the Treasury. Where a relevant institution has already reported details of accounts, other funds or economic resources held frozen for the designated person they are not required to report these details again.

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Financial Sanctions: Iran (Nuclear Proliferation)

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:27:56 GMT

The Council of the European Union has amended Annex IX to Council Regulation (EU) No. 267/2012 ("the 2012 Regulation") with effect from 16 October 2012.

Annex IX to the 2012 Regulation lists persons, entities and bodies identified by the Council under Article 23(2) of that Regulation as subject to the financial sanctions imposed by the Regulation.

One individual and thirty-four entities have been added to Annex IX to the 2012 Regulation, and one existing entry amended. Seven individuals and three entities have also been removed.

Details of the amendments can be accessed here.

The individuals and entities removed from Annex IX are therefore no longer subject to the asset freeze imposed by the 2012 Regulation.

Financial institutions and other persons are requested to check whether they maintain any accounts or otherwise hold funds or economic resources for, or provide financial services to, the designated persons and entities. If so, they must freeze such accounts or other funds and, unless licensed by the Treasury, refrain from dealing with said funds or economic resources, and suspend the provision of any financial services. They must report their findings to the Sanctions Officer at the Customs and Excise Division of the Treasury. Where a relevant institution has already reported details of accounts, other funds or economic resources held frozen for the designated persons and entities they are not required to report these details again.

Further details of the sanctions regime related to Iran and links to the Consolidated List of individuals and entities subject to other financial sanctions regimes may be found on the Customs and Excise pages of the Isle of Man Government website.

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P.O. Box 6

Custom House

North Quay

Douglas

Isle of Man

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Telephone:+44 1624 648100

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Financial sanctions - Al-Qaida

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:27:57 GMT

The European Commission has amended Annex I to Council Regulation (EC) No. 881/2002 ("the 2002 Regulation") with effect from 13 October 2002. Annex I of the 2002 Regulation lists the persons, groups and entities covered by the freezing of funds and economic resources under that Regulation. The amendments reflect the decisions made on 3 and 5 October 2012 by the United Nations Sanctions Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999) to remove one individual from the UN Al-Qaida list and amend the identifying information of one existing entry.

The individual removed from Annex I is therefore no longer subject to the asset freeze imposed by the 2002 Regulation.

DELETION

Individual

QADI, Yasin Adbullah Ezzedine

DOB: 23/02/1955

POB: Cairo, Egypt

a.k.a.:

AL-QADI, Yasin
KADI, Shaykh, Yassin, Abdullah
KAHDI, Yasin

Nationality: Saudi Arabian

Passport Details:

B751550
E976177. Issued on 06 Mar 2004. Expired 11 Jan 2009

Address: Farsi Centre - West Tower 11th floor, Suite 1103, Wally Al-Ahd Street, Ruwais District, P.O. Box 214, Jeddah 21411, Saudi Arabia

Other Information: UN Ref QI.Q.22.01

Group ID: 7010

AMENDMENT

Additional information appears initalics.

Entity

AL-QAIDA IN THE ARABIAN PENINSULA (AQAP)

a.k.a.:

Al-Qaida in the South Arabian Peninsula
Al-Qaida of Jihad Organization in the Arabian Peninsula
Al-Qaida Organization in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP)
Tanzim Qa'idat al-Jihad fi Jazirat al-Arab
Anzar al-Shari'a (AAS)

f.k.a.: Al-Qaida in Yemen (AQY)

Other Information: UN Ref QE.A.129.10. AQAP is a regional affiliate of Al-Qaida and an armed group operating primarily in Arabian Peninsula. Location - Yemen. Alternative location - Saudi Arabia (2004-2006). Formed in Jan 2009 when Al-Qaida in Yemen combined with Saudi Arabian Al-Qaida operatives. Leader of AQAP is Nasir 'abd-al-Karim 'Abdullah Al-Wahishi and his deputy is Said Ali Al-Shihiri.Ansar al Shari'a was formed in early 2011 by AQAP and has taken responsibility for multiple attacks in Yemen against both government and civilian targets.

Group ID: 11044

Further details of the sanctions regime related to Al-Qaida and links to the Consolidated List of individuals and entities subject to other financial regimes may be found on the Customs and Excise pages of the Isle of Man Government website.

Customs and Excise Division

Telephone:+44 1624 648100

Website:https://www.gov.im/categories/tax-vat-and-your-money/customs-and-excise/

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School meals grow in popularity as they pass the pupil taste test

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:26:29 GMT

With a new winter menu being launched after half term, the School Meals Service is emphasising it offers primary school pupils a tasty and nutritional midday treat.

If your memories of school meals comprise half-cooked carrots and soggy semolina, then some of the items on the menu may surprise you.

Pollock goujons, Moroccan chicken and salmon and sweet potato fishcakes are among the dishes that will be served up at 32 primary schools from Monday 5 November.

Chris Wilson, Schools Catering Manager, said:

‘We are widening the choices available, with filled jacket potatoes available daily on the salad bars and, as a alternative to fresh fruit or the pudding of the day, toasted pumpkin seeds and raisins.’

School meals exceed key nutritional standards in areas such as fibre, protein, zinc and calcium and have less than the recommended amount of fat, salt and sugars – something that can’t be said about most lunchboxes, as many contain foods with hidden fats, sugars and salt, Mr Wilson said.

‘Our meals meet all the nutritional standards we adopted two years ago, which goes to show a healthy diet can be popular, too.

‘Schools recognise the benefits of children having a nutritionally balanced meal at lunchtimes. Not only does it teach good social skills but it improves concentration and learning in the afternoon.

‘Menus rotate on a four-weekly basis, so children don’t get bored with what they eat,’ Mr Wilson went on. ‘School meals can help encourage fussy eaters to broaden their eating habits by trying new tastes that they might not try at home. We also ask pupils for input into what we provide and make sure to include their favourites.

Local produce – ‘some of the best in the world,’

Mr Wilson said –

is used wherever possible, including in the cheese pie, which is so popular with pupils that one school presented a petition to save it when it was temporarily dropped. That also features on the winter menu.

All the beef, lamb and pork served up, other than gammon, is from locally farmed animals.

Take up of school meals increases in the winter, with six in 10 primary pupils enjoying a cooked meal costing £1.95. School meals staff serve more than 3,000 meals a day.

Pupils can sign up for school meals at any time and schools collect the money either termly or half termly, for more information contact school administrators.

‘We are here to help so, if parents need more information about school meals, or about healthy eating, they should contact me via chris.wilson@gov.im or go to our wiki https://www2.sch.im/groups/schoolmeals1/ where there is a lot of information available.

Community partnerships improving lives of young people

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:26:51 GMT

Collaborative working between the public and private sectors is helping to improve the lives of young people in the Isle of Man.

Local companies are joining forces with Government agencies to boost the skills, knowledge and employment prospects of 16 to 24 year olds. Efforts are focused on supporting a wide range of young people, including looked-after children, young offenders, and those with learning difficulties. The initiative is also aimed at tackling the challenges around those Not in Employment, Education or Training (NEET).

A number of projects are being coordinated by the Youth Justice Team (YJT) which brings together professionals from various departments of Government including Social Care, Health, Home Affairs and Economic Development. This multi-agency team is working with private enterprise in the Island to assist young people by organising work placements, training opportunities and funding for clothing and equipment.

Whilst the Isle of Man Government offers careers advice and support to all, these community partnerships are targeted towards those who may have experienced a disadvantaged start in life. The outcomes so far have been encouraging, with many young people gaining the confidence, motivation and social skills required to achieve their full potential.

Mark Kelly, Chief Executive Officer of the Department of Home Affairs, said:

‘This is an outstanding initiative which highlights the Isle of Man’s commitment to providing a service to all young people, regardless of their background or any personal difficulties. It also supports one of the Chief Minister’s three national priorities by helping the more vulnerable members of our society.’

Project Lead Scott Wilson, from the Department of Economic Development Careers Service, added:

‘The input of community spirited Island businesses is vital to the success of projects such as these. Companies have provided financial support and training, as well as giving young people a personal insight into the inner workings of their businesses. This can develop workplace skills so that young people are better prepared to take up a job opportunity when it comes along. The partnership between the public and private sectors is working well and I would urge more forward-thinking organisations, large or small, to get in touch and work with us. The results can be very rewarding indeed.’

Ellan Vannin Fuels is a prime example of an Island business which is making a positive contribution to the community through its links with the Youth Justice Team. One of the projects backed by the Peel-based company has helped to develop the career aspirations of a local teenager. The provision of equipment, clothing and a work training placement has resulted in the young person securing employment at a Douglas garage and an apprenticeship at the Isle of Man College of Further and Higher Education starting later this year.

The recipient of the support stated:

‘I am very grateful for the help I’ve received from Ellan Vannin Fuels, the Youth Justice Team and the Department of Social Care’s Children and Families Service. It has given me a fresh start and the chance to learn a trade and get a job that I really enjoy.’

Andy Sweetman, Sales and Marketing Manager of Ellan Vannin Fuels, added:

‘As a company we are committed to playing our part in supporting the local community. We have a genuine interest in helping young people, in particular those who may have had a difficult start in life, and providing a stepping stone for them to develop and learn. It’s very encouraging to see a young person grasp an opportunity and gain employment or enrol on a college course as a result of this type of sponsorship.’

DEFA research suggests positive returns for Manx livestock farmers

Tue, 22 May 2018 13:29:16 GMT

The research has pulled together information from a variety of sources in relation to the market for beef in the coming year. With fewer cattle available for slaughter both here and elsewhere, prices to farmers for beef cattle are expected to increase next year. A recent report by Rabobank, a respected leader in Agricultural commodities, suggested that world food prices may reach an all time high in 2013, with meat and dairy prices the main driving forces behind these increases.

DEFA believes that there will be financial benefits to farmers who look at the longer term potential for higher prices and, where possible, retain and rear animals here. Its Agricultural Advisors are available to help farmers cost out the options, taking into account the increased costs of animal feed and the likely state of the market in the near future. In addition, Isle of Man Meats is offering its members short and medium term loans to buy cattle, in order to secure its beef supplies and assist Manx farmers to get increased returns from the market.

DEFA Minister, Phil Gawne said:

'It has been a very hard summer and autumn for Manx farmers this year and it is appreciated that they face increased costs over the winter. However, I do encourage all farmers to look carefully at costings for their farm business as there is clear potential to make a reasonable margin on home finished animals, and these margins could be even better if prices rise in 2013. My staff will do all they can to provide information and help to enable farmers to make decisions which maximise their profits in these circumstances.'