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Financial Sanctions: Global Human Rights Regime

This news release is issued to publicise an amendment to one entry under the Global Human Rights sanctions regime. The Global Human Rights Sanctions (Isle of...
Friday, 16 July 2021

Lateral flow test kits available for asymptomatic close contacts

Lateral flow test kits are now available for collection from community pharmacies around the Island, and this evening from four high school car parks, as...
Thursday, 15 July 2021

Chief Minister's statement on COVID-19 - 15 July 2021

Good afternoon – my thanks for taking the time to watch and listen today. Here at the podium with me is the Minister for Health and Social Care and joining us...
Thursday, 15 July 2021

First baby born at Noble’s Hospital turns 18

The first baby born at Noble’s Hospital in Strang has just celebrated her 18th birthday. Bonnie Papper was the first baby to be born at the Jane Crookall...
Thursday, 15 July 2021

New home testing scheme for COVID-19 close contacts

A new home testing scheme has launched for close contacts of people who have tested positive for COVID-19, meaning an end to self-isolation. The increase in...
Wednesday, 14 July 2021

Individuals urged to register for vaccine appointments

As the current stage of the vaccination programme winds down, individuals still wanting to be vaccinated against COVID-19 are urged to register as soon as...
Wednesday, 14 July 2021

Opportunity to try cycling at inclusive Bike 4 Life open day

People of all ages and abilities are invited to learn more about cycling at the National Sports Centre (NSC) on Friday 30 July. The open day, supported by...
Wednesday, 14 July 2021

Government reviewing isolation for close contacts not yet fully vaccinated

The Council of Ministers met yesterday (Tuesday 13 July) to explore ways to reduce the economic and social impact of COVID-19 self-isolation rules.  Currently,...
Wednesday, 14 July 2021

Pilot sustainability training series launched for businesses

Businesses in the Isle of Man are being offered training that will help them adopt more sustainable practices. Sustainable Mann, a pilot workshop series,...
Wednesday, 14 July 2021

Manx Wildlife Trust to help deliver Agri-Environment Scheme

The Isle of Man Government has appointed Manx Wildlife Trust (MWT) as its delivery partner for the Agri-Environment Scheme (AES).   Under the AES farmers can...
Tuesday, 13 July 2021