New measures to enhance planning transparency
Infrastructure Minister Phil Gawne MHK has given a commitment to publish headline performance statistics as part of a drive to further enhance transparency in the Isle of Man planning system.The...
View ArticleMinister encouraged by response to proposal on future of local services
Infrastructure Minister Phil Gawne MHK says he is encouraged by the positive response to proposals for more local services to be delivered at a local level.The Minister last month wrote to all 24 local...
View ArticleManx Youth Orchestra's Christmas concert
The Manx Youth Orchestra’s traditional Christmas Festival Concert will be held a week earlier than usual but the same festive spirit is promised by the young musicians. The concert, a high point in the...
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Noble's Hospital holds first patient safety conference
The Island’s first ever patient safety conference was held yesterday (20 November) for staff from Noble’s Hospital. The conference had the aim of maintaining the already high profile focus on good...
View ArticleExport Control and European Union Sanctions – Ukraine and Russia
The Treasury advises that the Export Control (Russia, Crimea and Sevastopol Sanctions) (Amendment) Order 2014 (Application) Order 2014 has been made and comes into operation with effect from 29...
View ArticleInnovative new scheme to help keep people safe, independent and at home
A new scheme has been launched by the Department of Health and Social Care which aims to help people with care needs to stay safe, independent and to live at home. The service is designed to help...
View ArticleFinancial Sanctions: Terrorism and Terrorist Financing
The Terrorist Asset-Freezing Etc. Act 2010 (of Parliament), as it applies in the Isle of Man, implements the terrorist asset-freezing requirements of UN Security Council Resolution 1373 (2001) and...
View ArticleRecruitment of additional volunteers at Island's hospitals
A new wave of volunteer recruitment at Noble’s Hospital and Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital has commenced to bolster existing numbers. Volunteers play an increasingly important role in both...
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Woodlands closed to the public from December
One of the nearest recreational woodlands to Douglas, Chibbanagh Plantation, will be closed to the public from December whilst essential forestry works take place. Situated on the Cooil Road near to...
View ArticleCrucial maintenance begins at The Great Laxey Wheel
A crucial maintenance programme has begun at the world’s largest working waterwheel, The Great Laxey Wheel. Designed by the Victorian engineer, Robert Casement, the wheel was completed in 1854 to pump...
View ArticlePlanning application - publication list 28.11.2014
THE DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE THE TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1999, ORDERS AND REGULATIONSTown and Country Planning (Development Procedure) (No2) Order 2013Town and Country Planning (Registered...
View ArticleDo you have what it takes to be a Fire and Rescue Service community volunteer?
The Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service is seeking to recruit a team of community volunteers to support its efforts to keep the Island safe.Public spirited individuals who are interested in making a...
View ArticleVictim Support Isle of Man celebrates 15th anniversary
An organisation that plays an important role in supporting vulnerable members of the community has celebrated a significant milestone.Victim Support Isle of Man, which offers free and confidential help...
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Exploring Early Celtic Art
Former British Museum curator Dr Jody Joy comes to the Isle of Man this week to tell the story of ‘EarlyCeltic Art’. He explores the subject from its early beginnings to its influence around the world...
View ArticleBus vannin extra late services
On the nights of Friday 19th / Saturday 20th and New Years Eve/New Years morning extra Hullad Oie (Night Owl) services operate at 0115 as shown below in addition to the normal departures at 0015 &...
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Curraghs Wildlife Park now open weekends
Come and wish the animals a Happy Christmas this festive season and enjoy a 2-course meal deal on Fridays - park entry and meal just £10.During school holidays the Park will be open every day! Opening...
View ArticleChristmas/New Year Bus Services
Between 19 December and 5 January Bus Services operate as follows:Normal schoolday service operates until Friday 19 December.On this night Hullad Oie operates at 0015 & 0115.On Saturdays 20 &...
View ArticleFood Safety Unit supports Solgar UK product recall
The Food Safety Unit of the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture supports a product recall by Solgar UK of ‘ABC Dophilus powder’, a dietary supplement which has been found to contain a...
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Donation of RemPods will enhance care for patients with dementia
Three Reminiscence or ‘Rem’ Pods, made famous by their appearance on Dragon’s Den, have been donated to the Department of Health and Social Care thanks to the generosity of the Leagues of Friends of...
View ArticleTynwald permission sought for new primary school
Tynwald is to be asked to approve the construction of a new primary school building in the heart of Douglas. The new Henry Bloom Noble Primary School would be built on a Government-owned site in...
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