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Views sought on bus travel for disabled people
A consultation has been launched today (Monday 16 August) which aims to inform the improvement of bus travel for disabled people.
The short survey covers a...
Monday, 16 August 2021
Phased re-opening of residential homes
Manx Care will begin a phased re-opening of Residential Care Homes for older people from Monday 16 August.
Temporary closures have been in place in eight homes...
Friday, 13 August 2021
Manx Care shortlisted for prestigious award
Manx Care has been shortlisted for a prestigious Nursing Times Workforce Award.
The organisation has been shortlisted in the ‘Preceptorship of the Year - Under...
Friday, 13 August 2021
New era of inspection for Island health and care services
Improving services and ensuring the safety of patients and service users are the key aims of a new approach to the external inspection of health and social care...
Friday, 13 August 2021
UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man launches new strategy
A strategy published today by UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man will benefit the economy, environment and community.
‘Working Together for a Sustainable Future’ is...
Thursday, 12 August 2021
LoveIOM Gift Card Announced, to Provide Boost to the Island’s Domestic Economy
The Economic Recovery Group has announced an incentive which will encourage spending within the domestic economy, and provide more than £0.55million in direct...
Thursday, 12 August 2021
Older teens invited to register for COVID-19 vaccination
The UK’s Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation has announced that young people aged 16 and 17 should be offered a first dose of the COVID-19...
Thursday, 12 August 2021
Crab and lobster minimum landing size set to increase
The minimum size of crabs and lobsters caught in Isle of Man waters will increase on 1 September 2021 as part of measures to ensure the long-term future of the...
Wednesday, 11 August 2021
Government takes steps to spur urban regeneration in Douglas and Onchan
Efforts by the Government to drive regeneration and investment in parts of Douglas and Onchan have taken a step forward with the publication of feasibility...
Wednesday, 11 August 2021
Lantern and balloon release ban can safeguard wildlife
A ban on the outdoor release of sky lanterns and helium balloonswill safeguard wildlife, combat litter and prevent avoidable fires.
The Sky Lanterns and...
Wednesday, 11 August 2021