Scrutiny committees – holding govt to account
AT a time when tough decisions are needed to balance public finances, the need to hold government to account has never been more important.But just 15 months since they were first launched, the role of...
View ArticleMake a bat box for breeding season
PEOPLE are being urged to make a bat box with the Manx Bat Group this weekend.The group is holding its annual workshop at Eden Park Garden Centre, Cooil Road, Braddan, on Saturday, from 1.30pm.The...
View ArticleMore volunteers needed by Macmillan
VOLUNTEERS are being sought to help to run a valuable service for cancer sufferers and their families.The Macmillan Cancer Information Centre is based in the foyer of Noble’s Hospital. It has seen an...
View ArticleFSC ‘not asleep on the job’
TREASURY Minister Eddie Teare MHK has denied an allegation in the House of Keys that the Financial Services Commission was ‘asleep on its watch’ following the winding-up of six Louis Group...
View ArticleCheers! Jonathan taken on to boost Okell’s strategy
HERON and Brearley has appointed Jonathan Thomas as national account director for Okell’s.Mr Thomas is a well-known figure in the UK brewing industry, experienced in a broad range of financial, retail...
View ArticleDept of Economic Development doubted Manx Radio’s TT365 would be a success
THE government’s Department of Economic Development doubted that Manx Radio’s TT-only station would be a commercial success.Today’s Manx Independent has more on that story, which emerged after...
View ArticleMultiple occupation houses are illegal
THE government’s Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture this week released a consultation document on secondary legislation relating to the regulation of a flat or house in multiple...
View ArticleBus management and unions back round table
BUS chiefs and union officials are back round the table to try and end the long-running dispute over changes to Bus Vannin drivers’ terms and conditions.It comes after the majority of bus drivers voted...
View ArticleNorovirus outbreak closes three wards at Noble’s Hospital
THREE wards have been closed at Noble’s Hospital after an outbreak of norovirus.Wards 9, 20 and Grainagh Court have had a small number of patients and staff reporting symptoms - suggestive of norovirus...
View ArticleSay hello to Quills and Kate
THE Curraghs Wildlife Park has welcomed its latest attractions, male and female African crested porcupines, which have been named Quills and Kate. The park’s general manager, Kathleen Graham, said: ‘We...
View ArticleNo horse meat in schools, jail and hospital
REVIEWS of beef suppliers have been carried out by the School Meals Service and at Isle of Man Prison to ensure the ingredients are as stated.It comes amid an escalating Europe-wide scandal which has...
View Article‘Charge to teach English’ call
A CALL has been made for education chiefs to consider introducing a fee for pupils who need one-to-one help with their English.In the House of Keys, Douglas East MHK Brenda Cannell said the ‘biggest...
View ArticleMHK says ‘loophole’ allows foreigners to abuse our services
MIDDLE MHK Howard Quayle believes he has exposed a ‘loophole’ in the law that allows people to come to the island, contribute nothing to the economy and take advantage of free healthcare and...
View ArticleHole in one for golf holidays business
AN island business started by two golf enthusiasts is claiming a major coup after forging a partnership with a company that has global links.Isle of Man Golf Tours, run by Ged Power and Martin Young,...
View ArticleTwenty-seven jobs secured in IT company
A LOCAL businessman has bought the Manx branch of an IT company and secured 27 jobs.Iain Fairbairn, owner of the Armstrong Group of companies, has bought 2e2 (IOM) Ltd after 2e2 UK went into...
View ArticleTeaching unions back change on work permits
TEACHING unions have welcomed proposals to enable secondary school teachers to get a job in the island without the requirement for a work permit.The Department of Economic Development (DED) will seek...
View ArticleCuts to hit Isle of Man’s lone parents
GOVERNMENT cuts are set to hit lone parents.The Department of Social Care is seeking Tynwald approval to changes that will mean that lone parents with older children would no longer qualify for income...
View ArticleWe’d follow the UK on pensions
THE Isle of Man would have to follow the UK if the Westminster government introduces radical plans to change pensions, the Manx government confirmed this morning.The UK government recently announced...
View ArticleMarown Royal’s special ploughing match
THE Marown Royal Ploughing Match Society is staging a special match to commemorate 150 years of competitive ploughing in the parish of Marown tomorrow (Saturday).It takes place at Ballafreer, Union...
View ArticleWar medal is sent in the post to Eddie
THE son of a war veteran who has been trying to get his father awarded a campaign medal for his time in the Second World War has been successful.Earlier this week, the Isle of Man Examiner reported...
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