Visit of Scottish Government Minister
The Isle of Man Government has continued to build relations with the Island’s neighbours by hosting a visit from the Scottish Minister for Energy, Enterprise and Tourism Fergus Ewing MSP.The visit, on...
View ArticleRecord number of online tax returns
Isle of Man Government has today announced that almost a quarter of all individual tax returns this year were submitted through the Government website – www.gov.im. This takes the total to 11,600...
View ArticleCastletown Community Centre plans welcomed
The Department of Home Affairs has welcomed plans to incorporate a new base for the Southern Neighbourhood Policing Team within a modernised Community Centre in Castletown.Castletown Town Commissioners...
View ArticleDisability football festivals
Children with special educational needs and physical disabilities enjoyed football festivals run by the Sports Development Unit this week. Football is part of the Disability School Sports Programme,...
View ArticleInvestment reaps rewards as visitor numbers at Wildlife Park increase
Zac Hall MHK, Member of the Environment, Food and Agriculture responsible for the park, said: ‘The warm, dry summer has no doubt boosted the number of people coming to see us. However, staff and...
View ArticleFinancial Sanctions: Somalia
This news release is issued in respect of the restrictive measures directed against certain persons and entities in view of the situation in Somalia.Annex I to Council Regulation (EC) No 356/2010 has...
View ArticlePublic views sought on Permitted Development Order
Public feedback is being sought on a proposal aimed at providing greater freedom within the Isle of Man planning system.The Department of Infrastructure has today (Friday 24 October) launched a...
View ArticleDepartment seeking to recruit new Head of Prison and Probation Service
The Department of Home Affairs is seeking to recruit a new Prison Governor and Head of Probation to lead the future development of the Island's offender management strategy.Alison Gomme, the current...
View ArticlePublic urged to help protect Manx salmon and sea trout
The public is urged to be vigilant and report poachers immediately to protect salmon and sea trout.With river fisheries closed from 1 November to 31 March, and adult fish heading upstream to spawn, the...
View ArticleBuying electrical items - think twice about that extended warranty.
Making your money go further is important, so if you are thinking about buying an electrical item, make sure you know the true cost of extended warranties. From ipads to games consoles, TV's, cameras,...
View ArticleMinister announces free parking in run up to Christmas
Free parking will be available in Douglas in the run up to Christmas as part of efforts to support the town centre economy.Infrastructure Minister Phil Gawne MHK has announced a range of concessions to...
View ArticleFinancial Sanctions: Libya
This news release is issued in respect of the asset freezing measures relating to Libya.Annex II to Council Regulation (EC) No 204/2011 has been amended with effect from 21 October 2014, following the...
View ArticleNew clear and cohesive framework to deliver modern social care
The majority of the Social Services Act 2011, which provides a clear, cohesive and modern framework for the delivery of social care services, will come in to force on 1 December.As well as bringing in...
View ArticleBus Service Advance Notice for 2 November 2014
On Sunday 2 November 2014 the section of road between Anagh Coar traffic lights and Fort North Roundabout will be closed to all traffic.Services 10/11/11A/12/12A WILL NOT serve Peel Road, Groves Road,...
View ArticleFacilities for crafts and engineering will benefit economy
Improved facilities for engineering and construction crafts at the Isle of Man College of Further and Higher Education will allow more students to access a wider range of training, benefiting the...
View ArticleIsle of Man signs historic agreement towards global tax co-operation
Treasury Minister Eddie Teare MHK has signed an historic agreement in Berlin today placing the Isle of Man amongst the first group of countries in the world to move to a new global standard for tax...
View ArticlePlanning application - publication list 31 October 2014
THE DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURETHE TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1999, ORDERS AND REGULATIONSTown and Country Planning (Development Procedure) (No2) Order 2013Town and Country Planning (Registered...
View ArticleRide the Rocket to Port Erin fireworks
Isle of Man Railways is operating its popular Ride the Rocket steam train to Port Erin fireworks display on Bonfire Night.The train will depart Douglas Station at 6pm, arriving in Port Erin at 7pm - in...
View ArticlePilot scheme will enhance support for carers
A pilot for a new scheme to provide information and advice to carers and to assess their needs will launch in November.The scheme is a joint initiative between the Department of Health and Social Care...
View ArticleNew Director of Tourism and the Visitor Economy appointed
The Department of Economic Development has announced the appointment of Robin Bischert to the role of Director of Tourism and the Visitor Economy. His three year fixed term appointment is effective...
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