News

Drum roll as Manx Youth Orchestra revives festive concert

Save the date: Manx Youth Orchestra will perform its postponed Christmas concert on Tuesday 6 February 2018 – with tinsel and all the trimmings! The popular...
Thursday, 21 December 2017

Views sought on public sector housing proposals

Feedback is being sought on proposals aimed at promoting greater fairness in the allocation of public sector housing in the Isle of Man. The Department of...
Thursday, 21 December 2017

To-do list essential: check fire safety at home!

As the Christmas holiday fast approaches, checking fire hazards around the house would be a good bet for your to-do list. The chance of having a fire at home...
Thursday, 21 December 2017

UK round pound coins to be removed from circulation by 28 February 2018

The phased withdrawal of the United Kingdom’s round pound coin will continue in the New Year, when it will no longer be accepted as a form of payment for...
Thursday, 21 December 2017

ERIC chicken house project wins construction industry award

A chicken house built from recycled materials by adults with learning difficulties has won a prize in a community initiative run by the Considerate...
Wednesday, 20 December 2017

Public sector rents to increase by 3.1%

Public sector rents in the Isle of Man are set to increase by 3.1%, with effect from 1 April 2018. The revised charges have been announced by the Department of...
Wednesday, 20 December 2017

Sanctions Notice: European Union Sanctions - Russia

On 15 December 2017, the European Union (Russia Sanctions) (Amendment) (No. 3) Order 2017 [SD 2017/0370] came into operation, applying in Island law Council...
Tuesday, 19 December 2017

Manx adventure awaits Spanish student contingent

Manx students will forge new friendships with their Spanish counterparts next spring, after the Isle of Man was chosen as the first host venue for a unique...
Monday, 18 December 2017

Think pharmacy first and prepare for festive season

Prepare for the festive season and use your local pharmacy as the first port of call for healthcare needs. People are being encouraged to stock up on...
Monday, 18 December 2017

Broadband habits consumer survey

The Communications Commission is gathering information through an online survey on a range of issues, including the take-up of mobile and fixed broadband...
Monday, 18 December 2017