Isle of Man Government News

Education Bill to have first reading in Keys

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 11:36:58 GMT

The Isle of Man's first major piece of education legislation in nearly 20 years will receive its first reading in the House of Keys on Tuesday.

If approved, the Education Bill will replace the current Education Act 2001 which came into force in 2004 and was further revised in 2009.

It follows extensive consultation with the public, teaching unions, head teachers and stakeholders.

The Bill will update the Island's legislation to reflect changes in education practice both in the UK and other jurisdictions, as well as seeking to be progressive in many key areas.

Graham Cregeen MHK, Minister for Education, Sport and Culture said

'the Education Bill will give the Isle of Man an education system that is 'fit for the future.'

'The Bill addresses the fundamental principles of education and the duties of the Department of Education, Sport and Culture,' he added.

The new legislation will address matters including regulation of home education, regulation of school pupil catchment areas, inappropriate use of social media as well as school and pre-school inspections and tribunals.

The draft Bill was subject to extensive public consultation in 2019 with the majority of the near 600 responses supporting the underlying principles.

The Isle of Man Government met with all teaching unions at a series of meetings to consider feedback on what should be included in the Bill.

Island is prepared to deal with coronavirus

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 11:09:17 GMT

The Isle of Man to ready to respond to the Wuhan novel coronavirus (WN-CoV) should a potential case of the disease arrive here.

The Island takes its lead from Public Health England and the World Health Organisation, both of which are providing a flow of updated information, guidance and advice. It is a rapidly evolving situation as this is a 'novel' or new strain to humans, and evidence of human-to-human transmission of the virus continues to emerge.

The risk to the public is low and there are currently no confirmed cases in the UK. However, the Isle of Man health service has put in place a number of precautionary measures to assist anyone suspected of having the virus, and to protect the public. Information covering detection and diagnosis of possible cases is being shared with health care professionals along with infection prevention and control measures.

Staff at the airport and Sea Terminal are being prepared to assist travellers seeking advice if they are returning from an affected area of the world.

Director of Public Health Dr Henrietta Ewart said:

'The health service is prepared to deal with this type of situation. We are remaining vigilant and keeping our plans under review, responding as necessary to the latest advice from Public Health England and the World Health Organisation.

'Identifying potential cases swiftly, isolating those under investigation to help prevent transmission of the virus and protecting health staff are key principles guiding our plan.

She added:

'No system of checks can offer absolute protection because of the incubation period of the virus. However, we have taken proportionate, precautionary measures and our team is liaising closely with colleagues in other parts of government to ensure the Isle of Man is responding in line with emerging scientific evidence, including the provision of appropriate and timely advice to the public.'

Notes

People returning to the Island who have been in an infected area and have symptoms should phone, not visit, their GP or the Manx Emergency Doctor Service MEDS in the first instance. This is to help stop any potential spread of infection.
Typical symptoms include fever and a cough and in more severe cases shortness of breath and breathing difficulties.
Link to current UK Government guidance
Further advice for travellers on the TravelHealthPro website
For further information regarding the Department of Health and Social Care
Follow the Department of Health and Social Care on Twitter @iomdhsc

Thousands of polystyrene balls found on Island road

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 11:49:20 GMT

Thousands of tiny polystyrene balls have been found on Cooil Road in Douglas, between Ballacutchel junction and the Braaid Cross Roads.

Geoffrey Boot MHK, Minister for the Environment, Food and Agriculture said:

'The exact source is unclear; however it is likely they have come from a passing vehicle.'

As such, the public are reminded to be mindful about potential plastic pollution and ensure all items are secured when transporting materials across the Isle of Man.

Minister Boot said:

'Due to their small size, polystyrene balls are classed as micro plastics and can cause real harm to our natural ecosystems and wildlife.'

As soon as the issue was discovered a road sweeper was dispatched immediately.

Although it collected what it could, it's likely that many balls made their way into the surrounding fields and waterways, which could affect wildlife.

It is estimated that around eight million tonnes of plastic enter our oceans each year and the Isle of Man Government is committed to reducing plastic pollution on the Island having published a Single Use Plastics Reduction Strategy for the Isle of Man Community in 2019.

The strategy outlines a number of measures that will come into effect in 2020, including a strategy to ban a number of unnecessary single use plastic items.

If you see plastic pollution around the Island please Email plastics@gov.im

Planning Applications - Publication List

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 08:00:53 GMT

In accordance with the Orders and Regulations listed below, the most recent planning applications received and validated for publication are now available for viewing online including a link on which the site extents can be viewed via an online map.

A PDF version is available if you wish to print off the list.

You may also, if a planning application has not yet been determined, use this service to submit an objection or comment in support of the application.

Comments or objections relative to this list must be submitted by 14 February 2020.

A laminated Site Notice has been sent to each applicant for displaying at the site.

Copies of the applications are also available for viewing at the Office of Planning and Building Control or via the appropriate Local Authority.

Any persons wishing to make written representation or submission must direct them to:

Secretary to the Planning Committee

Planning and Building Control Directorate

Department of Environment Food and Agriculture

Murray House

Mount Havelock

Douglas

IM1 2SF

Telephone:+44 1624 685950

Please be aware that all written representations OR SUBMISSIONS will be available for PUBLIC scrutiny and will form part of any proceedings arising in connection with the application.

Whilst criteria for the submission of comment may differ under each instrument of legislation, to give weight to any representation or submission, and enable assessment of parties for interested person status, persons are encouraged to clearly indicate the relationship between their land or buildings and the land that is the subject of the application. Sufficient interest in the subject matter of the application must be demonstrated if the person making representation should wish to be considered to take part in any subsequent proceedings.

Guidance on how to comment on planning applications is available online.

Please also be aware that any anonymous representations or submissions will not be considered as part of any planning determination.

Orders and Regulations

Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) Order 2019
Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) (No2) Order 2013
Town and Country Planning (Registered Buildings) Regulations 2013
Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) Regulations 2013
Amended by
The Town and Country Planning (Miscellaneous Amendment) Regulations 2019

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Additional funding to support Island’s health and social care services

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 09:59:38 GMT

Tynwald has this week agreed additional funding of up to £8 million to ensure the Department of Health and Social Care can meet the cost of providing services in the current financial year. The Supplementary Vote for funding tabled by Minister for Health and Social Care David Ashford was agreed unanimously, in amended form, at this month’s sitting of the Court. The amendment is welcomed by DHSC and requires the department to submit to Tynwald by June 2020 plans and a timeline to bring staffing costs in line with a pre-approved budget.

During the debate in Tynwald, Minister Ashford outlined the background to the additional expenditure which is predominately linked to increased activity across our health and social care services and the following key factors:

The department continues to suffer from the impact of recruitment difficulties across the NHS. In October 2019, the Nursing Times reported that there were 43,000 vacant nursing posts in the UK - a 12% vacancy rate, which is similar to rates in the Isle of Man
Despite a reduction in agency costs of £1m over the past two years, continued use of temporary staffing is necessary to maintain safe clinical care, particularly within Noble’s Hospital
The cost of patient referrals to UK centres is expected to be £4.5m above the £19.3m budgeted for in 2019/20, driven by increased patient numbers and a number of highly specialised and complex costly cases requiring treatment in the UK.

The budget shortfall is expected to be just over £7m, against a budget of £223,120,000 in the year to the end of March 2020. The department recognises that transformation will be a lengthy and complex process, but has taken significant steps during the last financial year in this direction. For example, towards establishing a system of integrated care, where coordinated health and care services are provided as close to an individual’s home as possible, and a successful pilot project has been completed in the west of the Island.

Potential savings of £6m have been identified in the hospitals’ cost improvement programme, and it is expected £1m of these will be achieved in the current year. Spending on medicines fell by more than £0.5m in 2018/19 compared to the previous year, in contrast to the trend in NHS England. Further efforts to deliver efficiencies will however, substantially depend on the reconfiguration of services in line with Sir Jonathan Michael’s recommendations.

Minister Ashford said:

‘Specific factors influence activity demands within our health and social care services. We expect to spend around £10m more by the end of this financial year than we did in 2018/19 - growth of 4.5%. It’s worth remembering that Sir Jonathan’s final report confirmed that such growth is within the normal range for health and care. We are fully committed to the Transformation programme which includes the review and establishment of a sustainable baseline budget for our health and social care services, while identifying ongoing future efficiency improvements and savings.’

He went on:

‘I very much appreciate the attention paid by Members to the case put in Tynwald Court and their contributions to a crucial debate. On behalf of the department I am extremely grateful for the unanimous support from Members for the bid made today, and for their commitment to help with the challenges ahead.'

Minister Ashford concluded:

‘DHSC recognises the importance of transformational delivery and that we also remain focused on providing quality health and care services which matter to everyone in the Island. I am determined that we will design efficient, compassionate and responsive services and command the budget to deliver them.’

Applications for Dissolution - 2006 Act Companies

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 10:48:37 GMT

The Companies Act 2006

List Of Companies That Have Applied

For A Declaration Of Dissolution Pursuant To Section 190(3)

The Department for Enterprise hereby gives Notice that the Companies referred to in the attached Notice have applied for a Declaration of Dissolution under the provisions of Section 190 of the Companies Act 2006. Unless written objection is made to The Department for Enterprise within one month of the date of publication of this notice, The Department for Enterprise may dissolve the Companies.

Applications for Dissolution - 1931 Act Companies

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 10:52:57 GMT

The Companies Acts 1931 To 2004

List Of Companies That Have Applied

For A Declaration Of Dissolution Pursuant To Section 273a(3)(A) Of The Companies Act 1931

The Department for Enterprise hereby gives Notice that the attached companies have applied for a Declaration of Dissolution under the provisions of Section 273a(3)(A) Of The Companies Act 1931. Unless written objection is made to The Department for Enterprise within one month of the date of publication of this notice, The Department for Enterprise may dissolve the Companies.

Off-road motorcycle riders cause ‘extensive damage’ to important carbon store

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 09:47:55 GMT

A minority of off-road motorcycle riders who illegally use the Manx countryside ‘as a playground’ have been warned after extensive damage was found to an area of precious peat land.

The damage was caused by off-road motorbikes being ridden illegally at Slieau Dhoo near Kirk Michael in recent weeks.

Isle of Man byelaws ban the use of vehicles on Government land without prior permission and anyone caught illegally driving or riding on it faces prosecution and a £1,000 fine.

Geoffrey Boot MHK, Minister for Environment, Food and Agriculture said:

‘The irresponsible and illegal access has caused major damage to important upland. It has clearly been caused by off-road motorbikes using the area as a playground.’

The importance of protecting and restoring such land is a priority of the Department as upland peat soils are the Island’s largest carbon store.

The deep rutting caused by off-road riders illegally using such sites causes the peat to dry and release stored carbon back into the atmosphere. Damage to the slow growing upland vegetation will also lead to erosion and the further loss of stored carbon.

Minister Boot continued:

‘It is very disappointing that despite the best efforts of our staff to protect our precious upland estate, a minority of motorcyclists continue to show scant regard for our environment when this Government continues to support sustainable recreational use of the estate.’

Last year, the Isle of Man Government sanctioned 32 motorcycle events on Government owned plantations and quarries and many more are planned for 2020.

Mr Boot said the Department will continue to work in partnership with the Auto Cycle Union (ACU) and the police to address the issue.

PC Claire Sproule-Craine, Isle of Man Constabulary Wildlife Crime Officer, said:

‘We are lucky in the Isle of Man to have green lanes and greenways for the public to enjoy and use respectfully.

‘It is unfortunate that a minority of motorcyclists choose to disregard these facilities and use motorbikes in places of importance to our wildlife and vegetation. This damage is detrimental to our environment and I cannot stress how important it is to adhere to rules set in place to protect these areas.

‘Moving forward we will work closely with the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture to police our green lanes and ensure that the public are using these in a legal and safe manner and not straying on to areas which are prohibited to vehicle use.

Financial Sanctions: Terrorism and Terrorist Financing

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:26:43 GMT

The Terrorism and Other Crime (Financial Restrictions) Act 2014 implements the terrorist asset-freezing requirements of UN Security Council Resolution 1373 (2001) and Council Regulation (EU) No 2580/2001.

Council Regulation (EU) 2580/2001 imposing financial sanctions against Terrorist and Terrorist Financing has been amended with effect from 14 January 2019.

The following entry has been amended and is still subject to an asset freeze.

Amendment

Individual

SOLEIMANI, Qasem

Title: Major General

DOB: 11/03/1957.

POB: Qom, Iran

a.k.a: (1) SALIMANI, Qasem (2) SOLAIMANI, Qasem (3) SOLEIMANY, Qasim (4) SOLEMANI, Qasem (5) SOLEYMANI, Ghasem (6) SOLEYMANI, Qasem (7) SULAIMANI, Qasem (8) SULAYMAN, Qasem (9) SULAYMAN, Qasmi (10) SULEMANI, Qasem

Nationality: Iranian (Iranian citizenship)

Passport Details: 008827 issued in Iran

Position: Commander of Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, IRGC - Qods

Other Information: (Deceased). Both UK listing and EU listing under Terrorism and Terrorist Financing. EU listing under Syria. Promoted to Major General, retaining his position as Commander of Qods Force. UN listing under Iran (nuc prol). Male. UN Ref IRi.039. Also known as Haj Qasem, Haji Qassem and Sarder Soleimani.

Listed on: 17/10/2011 Last Updated: [10/07/2019] 20/01/2020 Group ID: 9062.

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 individual. 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 FIU. Where a relevant institution has already reported details of accounts, other funds or economic resources held frozen for the designated individual they are not required to report these details again.

Further information is contained in the Terrorism and Financing of Terrorism Notice or can be obtained by contacting Customs and Excise

Application for Restoration - 1931 Act Companies

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 13:46:40 GMT

List of Companies for which a Notice has been issued under section 273B (1) of the Companies Act 1931

Financial Sanctions: Iraq

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 10:38:58 GMT

This news release is issued in respect of the restrictive measures directed against Iraq.

Annexe III to Council Regulation (EC) 1210/2003 has been amended with effect from 18 January 2020, following the publication of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 2020/37 (“the Amending Regulation”). The Amending Regulation reflects the decisions made on 2 January 2020 by the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Committee to remove 15 entries from the UN Iraq list.

The entries detailed in the Annex to this Notice have been removed from the Consolidated List and are no longer subject to an asset freeze.

Further details of the sanctions regime related to Iraq 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.

Island unites for National Holocaust Memorial Day

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 11:13:10 GMT

The Isle of Man’s annual service of commemoration for the victims of the Holocaust and genocides around the world takes place at St George’s Church in Douglas on Sunday 26 January 2020.

Members of churches and faith organisations, senior members of the government and Tynwald, school children, community groups and members of the public will enjoy a varied service comprising readings, remembrance, prayers, music and song.

The service is organised each year by members of the Island’s Jewish community and is held alongside similar Holocaust Day commemorations throughout the British Isles, reflecting this year on the theme Stand Together. All are welcome at the service, which starts at 3pm.

As in previous years, Chief Minister Howard Quayle, the Lord Bishop of Sodor and Man the Right Reverend Peter Eagles and the President of Tynwald Steve Rodan will be among the congregation; Lieutenant Governor Sir Richard Gozney will be represented by the Deputy Governor, His Honour First Deemster Andrew Corlett. The proceedings will be led by the Venerable Andrew Brown, Archdeacon of Man and vicar of St George’s, and the service will be narrated by broadcaster Judith Ley.

This year marks the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz and it is 25 years since the genocide of Bosnian Muslims. Extracts from the moving personal stories of two young people who suffered persecution at the hands of the Nazis in 1944 and Bosnian Serb forces in 1992, will be read during the service.

In his address, the Chief Minister Howard Quayle will explore the role of the state in defending freedom of speech while protecting citizens from hate speech, and will urge families, educators and the broader community to show tolerance of other people’s religion, culture and lifestyles.

The Chief Minister said:

‘Holocaust Memorial Day is an important occasion for the Isle Man. It brings together young and old, those with a strong religious faith and those with none, people who have grown up knowing about the persecution of communities around the world and those are finding out about them for the first time. It is a unique, collective act of commemoration which can have a profound impact on those who attend.’

He added:

‘The service has at its heart the stories of those who lost their lives and those who survived, as well as rescuers, witnesses and those who resisted. I look forward to an occasion which is as uplifting as it is, in parts, deeply solemn. By continuing to reflect on the causes of the Holocaust and genocide at occasions such as this, we can work towards a better future.’

The deputy Lieutenant Governor will read an extract from Kenneth Clarke’s renowned work Civilisation, in which the author urges mankind to learn from history. A poem will be read by Manx Bard Zoe Cannell, while students from each of the Island’s secondary schools will give a short reading describing the impact of persecution on ordinary people during the Nazi, Bosnia, Rwanda, Darfur and Cambodia genocides.

As well as hymns and the St George’s Church Choir, the musical repertoire will include a quartet performing You Raise Me Up, while soloist Jane Corkill will sing On Eagle’s Wings. The service will conclude with prayers and blessings in English, Manx and Hebrew.

Everyone is welcome to attend on Sunday and to stay for refreshments afterwards.

BMX star Shanaze Reade launches Island’s largest multi-sport event

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 17:30:22 GMT

BMX star Shanaze Reade officially launched the 19th HSBC Manx Youth Games at the National Sports Centre in Douglas on Monday.

The 31-year-old, who competed at two Olympic Games and won multiple world titles in both BMX and track cycling, said she was ‘honoured’ to attend and praised the vital role volunteers and coordinators play as role models to the young participants.

Since its inception in 2002, more than 20,000 six to 16-year-olds have taken part in a host of sports - with many going on to join clubs and participate in community sport.

This year BMX will be included in the Games for the first time, alongside 14 other sports, which will form the Isle of Man’s biggest multi-sport event of the year for children and young people.

Shanaze said:

‘The Isle of Man has created superstars like Mark Cavendish and who knows, this year we might discover the next BMX star; success breeds success. Being involved in a sport builds children’s confidence and helps them to realise that anything is possible.

‘The Games give young people the chance to learn and participate in many sports and I’m sure it will create the role models of the future.’

‘The facilities on this Island are amazing and with the passion of the coordinators and helpers, I’m sure the 2020 Games will be another huge success.’

Graham Cregeen MHK, Minister for Education, Sport and Culture, said:

‘The HSBC Manx Youth Games have delivered a springboard into community sport since 2002 and provide sports opportunities for more people, to be more active, more often.

‘The longevity and success of the Games depend on two things; the continued support of HSBC and the army of volunteers who deliver weekly sessions to more than 1,000 children ahead of the Games in May.

‘I’d like to them all for their support again this year and having a multiple world champion like Shanaze involved will, I’m sure, inspire many to participate.’

Tristen Bell, HSBC Head of Retail Banking and Wealth Management in the Isle of Man said:

'The HSBC Manx Youth Games have become an integral event in our community and it’s fantastic to support young people across the island. HSBC is committed to promoting physical and mental health and wellbeing through sport and the Games are a fantastic way of doing this.'

Each of the 15 coordinators, one in each sport, attended the launch as did two newly appointed Games Ambassadors. Teenager Shannan McMullan, who has competed at two Manx Youth Games, said:

‘Taking part opened my eyes to a different world and I love it. I have learnt about crown green bowls and now I compete for the Island in international competitions. The coaches helped me learn the game and my confidence as a person grew with it. Now I want to help others enjoy the sport.’

Training sessions will start on Monday 27 January and run up to the day of the Games on 16 May.

Declaration of Dissolution - 2006 Act Companies

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 10:36:52 GMT

The Companies Act 2006

Declaration of Dissolution

Pursuant to Section 190(9) of The Companies Act 2006

In accordance with the above Section, the Department for Enterprise hereby declares that the Companies referred to in this Notice are dissolved.

Declaration of Dissolution - 1931 Act Companies

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 10:42:51 GMT

The Companies Acts 1931 to 2004

Declaration of Dissolution

Pursuant to Section 273a(10) of The Companies Act 1931

In accordance with the above Section, the Department for Enterprise hereby declares that the Companies referred to in this Notice are dissolved.

Interim Chief Executive Officer takes up key role

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 10:45:16 GMT

Interim Chief Executive Officer Kathryn Magson has taken the reins at the Department of Health and Social Care at the start of a two year secondment from a senior leadership position in the UK.

Ms Magson joins the department from NHS Herts Valleys Clinical Commissioning Group which she has led since 2017, and she takes over the CEO role from Angela Murray who becomes the department’s first Chief Operating Officer.

Kathryn Magson will steer the DHSC through a period of challenge and change, as the programme to transform the Island’s health and care services, moves forward.

She was welcomed to the department by Minister David Ashford and senior colleagues, and in her first few weeks has spent time hosting a round of meetings with officers across the department and wider government colleagues to understand their responsibilities.

Kathryn Magson said:

‘I am delighted to be taking the helm in a department whose services matter so much to every person on this Island. My experience in working with clinicians and stakeholders to develop compassionate and sustainable health and care services for local people, will serve the Island well. As a newcomer I will be doing a lot of listening and asking questions, but am relishing the challenges ahead.’

She added:

‘I have had a very warm Manx welcome from the moment I arrived, and I very much look forward to getting to know our staff, all our partners, the public and our patients - and of course the Island itself!’

It only takes a minute to respond to annual update of electoral register

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 10:49:54 GMT

Registration forms will shortly be delivered to all households in the Isle of Man as part of the 2020 update of the electoral register.

The annual canvass helps to capture the information required to maintain an accurate record of people who are eligible to vote in an election.

Forms will be posted to all households currently listed on the electoral register and to ‘The Occupier’ at properties with no registered electors.

It is a legal requirement to respond to the annual canvass, even if an individual chooses not to vote. The deadline for responses is 18 March 2020.

Not being registered can also affect a person’s credit reference history and potentially result in an application for a mortgage, loan or mobile phone contract being refused.

Improvements have been introduced in recent years to make the canvass process quicker and easier for residents, as well as more efficient for the Government.

For most households the printed details on their registration form, such as the address and the list of eligible voters living at the property, will remain unchanged. If that is the case, people can respond in less than a minute via a telephone call, text message or online.

The online option is also available for people to notify the Electoral Registration Unit of any amendments to the prepopulated information.

Responses can still be submitted by completing and signing the paper form and returning it in the pre-paid envelope provided. However, people are encouraged to respond online, by phone or text messages, as it costs more to deal with paper and postal returns.

A number of households have already confirmed or updated their details electronically as part of a pilot e-canvass project. Anyone who wishes to take part in future e-canvasses can opt in by providing their email address for electoral registration purposes.

Further information about the electoral registration process and who is eligible to vote can be found on the Government website or by contacting elections@gov.im or telephone +44 1624 685754.

Planning Applications - Publication List

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 08:00:58 GMT

A PDF version is available if you wish to print off the list.

You may also, if a planning application has not yet been determined, use this service to submit an objection or comment in support of the application.

Comments or objections relative to this list must be submitted by 7 February 2020.

A laminated Site Notice has been sent to each applicant for displaying at the site.

Copies of the applications are also available for viewing at the Office of Planning and Building Control or via the appropriate Local Authority.

Any persons wishing to make written representation or submission must direct them to:

Secretary to the Planning Committee

Planning and Building Control Directorate

Department of Environment Food and Agriculture

Murray House

Mount Havelock

Douglas

IM1 2SF

Telephone:+44 1624 685950

Please be aware that all written representations OR SUBMISSIONS will be available for PUBLIC scrutiny and will form part of any proceedings arising in connection with the application.

Guidance on how to comment on planning applications is available online.

Please also be aware that any anonymous representations or submissions will not be considered as part of any planning determination.

Public Meetings of the Planning Committee

The next public meeting of the Planning Committee is to be held at 10.00am 27.01.20, at the Ground Floor Meeting Room, Murray House, Mount Havelock, Douglas, Isle of Man.

Copies of the agenda for the meeting are available at least three working days prior to the meeting at the Department, or from the Department’s website

Copies are also circulated to the Local Authorities.

Members of the public and applicants are welcome to attend the meeting.

Public Speaking at Planning Committee

Please be aware that there is opportunity for persons to speak at the meeting provided they meet the requirements and have registered to do so beforehand.

The process and procedure for doing is available by contacting the Department on +44 1624 685950 or may be downloaded from the Departments website

Orders and Regulations

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Value Added Tax: Treatment of cross-border chain-transactions

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 10:50:08 GMT

The Treasury advises that the Value Added Tax (Place of Supply of Goods)(Amendment) Order 2020 and Value Added Tax (Amendment) Regulations 2020 have been made and came into operation on 16 January 2020, making changes to the VAT treatment of cross border chain-transactions.

The Order inserts a new Part 4 (Chain Transactions) into the Value Added Tax (Place of Supply of Goods) Order 2004. A chain transaction is the supply of goods between three or more parties, in which the goods are delivered directly from the first party to the final customer. This Order establishes which supply within the chain should be treated as the intra-Community supply and therefore treated as zero rated for VAT purposes.

These Regulations amend Part 16 (importations, exportations and removals) of the Value Added Tax Regulations 1996. It is now a requirement for zero-rating in relation to intra-community supplies that the recipient of the supply is registered for VAT in a member State and has provided the supplier with its VAT number.

The amendments make changes that correspond to those made to the equivalent United Kingdom legislation and are required under the terms of the Customs and Excise Agreement.

A revised edition of Notice 725 will be issued in due course.

Financial Sanctions: Terrorism and Terrorist Financing

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 11:10:40 GMT

The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI), part of HM Treasury, has designated one entity (Hizballah) and removed the designation for another entity (Hizballah Military Wing), which remains subject to other restrictive measures.

Addition

Entity

Date of Final Designation 16 January 2020

HIZBALLAH

a.k.a: (1) Hezballah (2) Hezbollah (3) Hisbollah (4) Hizb Allah (5) Hizbollah (6) Hizbu’llah (7) Hizbullah (8) Hezbullah (9) Lebanese Hizballah

Other Information: UK listing only. Based in Lebanon. Hizballah itself has publicly denied a distinction between its military and political wings. The group in its entirety is assessed to be concerned in terrorism and was proscribed as a terrorist organisation in the UK in March 2019. This listing includes the Military Wing, the Jihad Council and all units reporting to it, including the External Security Organisation.

Listed on: 16/01/2020 Last Updated: 17/01/2020 Group ID: 13804

Under the terms of section 24(1) of the Terrorism and Other Crime (Financial Restrictions) Act 2014 (the 2014 Act), where HM Treasury in the UK enacts a measure that is the equivalent of a freezing order or designation made under Division 2 of Part 2 of the 2014 Act, then that measure has effect in the Isle of Man as if it were a freezing order or designation made under the 2014 Act.

Therefore the Treasury requires institutions and businesses in the Island to check whether they hold any funds belonging to the entity freeze any such funds, and refrain from dealing in such funds or making them available to any person (unless permitted to do so under a licence granted by the Treasury).

Anyone finding any funds belonging to the entity must report their findings to the FIU together with any additional information that would facilitate compliance with the requirements of the 2014 Act. Any person with any information concerning any frozen assets must provide the FIU with any information that it may request. Where a relevant institution has already reported details of accounts, other funds or economic resources held frozen for the designated entity they are not required to report these details again.

Part 4 of the 2014 Act contains details of how any person affected by a designation may apply to the High Court to have the decision of the designation set aside.

The following entry has been amended on the consolidated list and is no longer designated under the Terrorist Asset-Freezing etc. Act 2010 (TAFA). However, HIZBALLAH MILITARY WING continues to be subject to the financial sanctions imposed by Council Regulation (EC) No 2580/2001 and is therefore still subject to an asset freeze.

Amendment

HIZBALLAH MILITARY WING

a.k.a: (1) Hezballah Military Wing (2) Hezbollah Military Wing (3) Hisbollah Military Wing (4) Hizb Allah Military Wing (5) Hizbollah Military Wing (6) Hizbu’llah Military Wing (7) Hizbullah Military Wing.

Other Information: [Both UK listing and] EU listing only. Previously listed under the Terrorist Asset-Freezing etc. Act 2010 (TAFA). This listing includes the Jihad Council and all units reporting to it, including the External Security Organisation.

Listed on: 02/11/2001 Last Updated: [17/01/2019] 17/01/2020 Group ID: 7177

Further information is contained in the Terrorism and Financing of Terrorism Notice or can be obtained by contacting Customs and Excise.