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LEADING international trust and corporate services provider Equiom has promoted two members of staff within its Isle of Man office.Fiona Noon and John Newman have both joined the management team at the...
View ArticleThree feet debate set to inspire a lot of discussion
THE Isle of Man’s position in the global economy is set to be questioned in a topical debate, featuring a cast of local key decision makers and influencers.The Three Feet Debate will propose the motion...
View ArticleCRINGLE: Cone questions
I AM now a seasoned veteran of the current outbreak of flamboyant digger-pokery in Douglas. I can’t avoid it. I call in at the Examiner office next to Pulrose Bridge every weekday morning, largely in...
View ArticleRobin Gibb memorabilia appeal
A NEW set of stamps commemorating the life of popular entertainer Robin Gibb, who died in May last year, is being launched shortly by the Isle of Man Post Office.In conjunction with this, the Post...
View ArticleFarmers get emergency support
THE Isle of Man Agricultural Benevolent Trust has started giving out emergency support to farmers whose businesses were devastated by the recent heavy snowfall.Numerous referrals for financial help...
View ArticleTT tented village plan
A LONDON company which operates at more than 50 UK festivals a year, including Glastonbury, hopes to set up camp in the island for TT Race Week.Hotel Bell Tent wants to rent Ballakermeen High School’s...
View ArticleCommando has success in his sights
FORMER army commando Carl Underwood swapped one gun for another when he left the army and returned to his native Isle of Man to start Laser Mayhem.Within days of returning to the island Mr Underwood...
View ArticlePreserving Isle of Man’s war memorials ahead of anniversary
CUSTODIANS of war memorials are being encouraged to ensure the memorials are in good repair ahead of the centenary of the start of the First World War next year.Home Affairs Minister Juan Watterson...
View ArticleWool centre has a hidden history
MOTORISTS could be forgiven for driving past the former wool control centre in Peel Road, Douglas, without noticing the premises.But what many people don’t realise is the building, near the Brown Bobby...
View ArticleReview into pedestrian safety and congestion in Castletown
A HIGHWAYS review is to take place into two Castletown streets following concerns about pedestrian safety and congestion.The issues in Malew Street and The Crofts were raised at a meeting hosted by...
View ArticleDCCL awaits results of bendy bus report
THE Department of Community, Culture and Leisure has confirmed it’s waiting for the findings of the Independent Working Group before commenting on the bendy bus trial. Minister Graham Cregeen MHK said:...
View ArticleGive your views on pre-school education policy
A TYNWALD scrutiny committee is inviting the public to give their views on pre-school education.The Social Affairs Policy Review Committee is investigating whether the Department of Education’s...
View ArticleSign up now for Isle of Man Adventure Race
TEAMS are being encouraged to sign up for the annual Isle of Man Adventure Race.Hosted by Adventurous Experiences, of Patrick Road, Peel, the challenging multi-disciplinary event takes place on...
View ArticleBody found after car fire at Point of Ayre
A BODY was found after firefighters and police attended an incident near the Point of Ayre last night (Tuesday).A member of the public contacted emergency services just before 8pm to report a car on...
View ArticleTop two in Manx law look forward to joining forces
THE new heads of the Attorney General’s Chambers and Isle of Man Law Society say they are looking forward to working together during what is expected to be a challenging time for the Manx legal...
View ArticleEffects of government cuts now being felt
THE effects of some of the government’s cuts are now being felt.Today’s Manx Independent talks to a blind couple about how their income has been affected.The paper also reports on Kate Beecroft MHK’s...
View ArticleOut of the storm
TEMPESTUOUS weather conditions did little to deter delegates from visiting The Claremont Hotel’s Sanderson Suite to attend KPMG’s ever-popular UK and Manx tax update. Held in the wake of the UK Budget,...
View ArticleIsle of Man drags its heels over disability discrimination law
SEVEN years after it received Royal assent, disability discrimination legislation has still not been implemented in the Isle of Man.In Tynwald next week, Liberal Vannin MHK Kate Beecroft will call for...
View ArticleStudent police officers’ fun day charity challenge
THE new group of student police officers hosted a cops and robbers charity challenge day at Mooragh Park, Ramsey, on Saturday.Every year the students set themselves a tough task and their challenge at...
View ArticleThe Darkness confirmed to play at Isle of Man TT
GLAM rockers The Darkness will play the Villa Marina in Douglas at this year’s TT Festival.The band are booked to perform on Saturday, June 1, supported by former Manx resident and world Superbike...
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