News

Sanctions Notice: Financial Sanctions: Al-Qaida

This news release is issued in respect of the restrictive measures directed against certain persons and entities associated with the Al-Qaida network.
Thursday, 12 July 2012

Student loan scheme details published

A loan scheme for students who will be asked to contribute more towards their tuition fees from September 2012 has been finalised. In March, Tynwald approved...
Wednesday, 11 July 2012

Island signs up to Rio Convention

The date has been announced when the Island will be included in the UK’s ratification of the Convention on Biological Diversity (one of the three Rio...
Wednesday, 11 July 2012

Bride school building leased to private provider

A private operator offering daycare facilities is taking over the tenancy of Bride School, the Department of Education and Children can confirm. Bride Nursery...
Tuesday, 10 July 2012

No safety concerns regarding water

The Public Health Directorate has received several phone calls from members of the public regarding the safety of drinking water following the press statement...
Tuesday, 10 July 2012

Sanctions Notice: Financial Sanctions: Al-Qaida

This news release is issued in respect of the restrictive measures directed against certain persons and entities associated with the Al-Qaida network.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012

Flybe announces 20% increase in hand baggage size

Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has today announced an increase in its hand baggage dimensions that with immediate effect sets a new maximum bag size...
Monday, 9 July 2012

DEFA HQ wins top environmental award

The Department of the Environment, Food and Agriculture’s (DEFA) headquarters in St John’s has won the top prize at one of Europe’s most prestigious...
Monday, 9 July 2012

Young achievers receive North American Manx Association Awards

Young achievers were honoured by the North American Manx Association (NAMA) at a ceremony today. Each year, NAMA presents awards to under 25-year-olds who...
Wednesday, 4 July 2012