Providing the best possible care for vulnerable looked after children at...
Rates of children being fostered have increased from 29% to 64%50% reduction in demand for residential care places will save £5.9 million38 jobs affected but 21 opportunities ring-fenced Providing the...
View ArticleWork permit prosecution highlights work of enforcement team
This week's prosecution of Spice Catering Ltd for work permit breaches highlighted the important work of the Department of Economic Development's team of Inspectors.Mr Mohammed Hoque, a director of...
View ArticlePublic feedback sought on Draft Strategic Plan 2015
The Department of Infrastructure is inviting public feedback on the Draft Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2015.The document sets out general policies for the development and use of land in the Isle of Man...
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Report looks at long-term options to improve sea defences
Options to improve the Isle of Man’s defences against harbour flooding and costal overtopping are highlighted in a report published today (Monday 19 January 2015).The Department of Infrastructure is...
View Article'Sunshine on Leith'
'Sunshine on Leith' is a stage jukebox musical featuring songs by The Proclaimers, written by Stephen Greenhorn for the Dundee Rep theatre in 2007. In 2013 the stage musical was it was made into a...
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Launch of Manx Youth Games
The 2015 Manx Youth Games was officially launched by Tim Crookall MHK, Minister for Education and Children, tonight (Monday).The Games, run by Manx Sport and Recreation (MSR), take place on Saturday...
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Ardwhallan expands its role in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award
Ardwhallan, at West Baldwin, is offering a comprehensive range of activities for young people working towards bronze, silver and gold awards.The package has been put together by Lucy Connors, who first...
View ArticlePrison recycling scheme achieving cost savings
The recycling of waste at the Isle of Man Prison is continuing to achieve significant benefits and savings.As well as helping to cut operating costs and reduce the prison’s impact on the environment,...
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Guest of honour announced for 2014 Isle of Man Sports Awards, sponsored by...
Isle of Man Sport is pleased to announce that Jo Pavey, Commonwealth Games and European Championship medallist, will be the guest of honour at the 2014 Isle of Man Sports Awards. The awards evening,...
View ArticlePlanning application - publication list 23.01.2015
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 ArticleApplications invited for Multi-Year Grant Funding
The International Development Committee of the Council of Ministers is inviting applications for Multi-Year Grant Funding for 2015-18.The aim is to establish long-term partnership agreements to assist...
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Little-known landmark at centre of exciting art and film project
An imposing geological landmark on the Calf of Man will form the inspiration for a major art and film project and cultural gathering. The Burroo – Norse for ‘fortress’ – sits at the southern side of...
View ArticleFinancial 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.Annex I to Council Regulation (EC) No 881/2002 has...
View ArticleLaunch of Expressions of Interest for TT Races Promoter including potential...
The Department of Economic Development is inviting Expressions of Interest for an independent promoter to manage and develop the commercial contracts for the TT Races and Classic TT Races including...
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Manx National Heritage make final preparations for 'Peggy' move
Manx National Heritage, the organisation responsible for protecting and promoting the Isle of Man’s heritage and culture, is making the final preparations to move the ‘Peggy’, the earliest example of a...
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Minister speaks of economic benefits of the arts
The Minister for Education and Children has underlined the economic and reputational benefits the arts bring to the Isle of Man. Tim Crookall MHK was speaking as he welcomed two new and two returning...
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Minister delivers on promise for Island based 'Wet' ARMD treatment
The first Island based clinic to treat the eye condition ‘Wet’ Age Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) took place today at Noble’s Hospital. It is the first step in moving the treatment for the...
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Vessel skipper fined for illegal fishing
The prosecution of a fishing boat skipper for breaches of Manx regulations sends out a strong message to others who may flout the law, says the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture. Scottish...
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Nominations invited for 2015 Tomorrow's Farmer Award
The search is on to find the Isle of Man’s most forward-looking farmers. The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (DEFA) is inviting nominations for the 2015 Tomorrow’s Farmer Award, which...
View ArticleTraceability tool a boost for food and drink growth strategy
The development of a test that could prove that food is Manx will add to consumer confidence in its consistently high quality. A preliminary trial carried out by the University of East Anglia has...
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