DAVID + HENNY AFTERNOON HOWARD IS WASHING HIS HAIR NUMBERS 7 AWAITING RESULTS 27 ACTIVE CASES 6 NEW CASES IN THE PAST 24HOURS HENNY 25 OF THE 27 CASES ARE LINKED TO THE ONE CLUSTER OTHER 2 ARE RETURNING TRAVELLERS 6 CASES YESTERDAY WERE CLOSE HOUSEHOLD CONTACTS OR CLOSE NON […]
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Oxford Jab Gap Extended
The gap between first and second doses of one of the vaccines being used in the island’s COVID-19 vaccination programme is to be extended to up to 10 weeks. Delivery of first jabs has been prioritised in the UK in order to protect more people in the short term, to […]
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Dial-a-Ride Extended as Investigation Continues
Bus Vannin is continuing its roll out of Dial-a-Ride services despite it still being under investigation for existing services. DoI Minister Tim Baker was asked by Chris Thomas when and how the Dial a Ride Connect trial service was licensed; when the trial was concluded; and what plans he has […]
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Gef’s Daily Roundup
Plan to Ban Cars from Road Bad news for regular users of the road to nowhere and it’s suspiciously busy car park, as the DoI plans to ban cars from the entire length of Marine Drive. A consultation document allowing access only for pedestrians and cyclists. The gov says: ‘It […]
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Sturgeon’s Roadmap
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has told the Scottish Parliament that she plans to lift restrictions gradually, with ‘more substantial’ plans to come from the end of April onwards. Ms Sturgeon said the last week of April should see a ‘phased but significant re-opening of the economy’. She told SMPs […]
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Support Officers Used to Cover Planned Teacher Absences
A retired teacher has raised concerns over the use of education support officers to cover teachers for planned absences and during time allocated for planning and preparation (PPA). The ex teacher, who asked not to be named, told Gef the practice is becoming more regular. They said that the rule […]
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Snaefell Surgery Will Not Close
Health Minister David Ashford has guaranteed that Snaefell Surgery in Anagh Coar will not be closing, despite the current practice partners returning their contact. Last week the partners informed the department they intend to hand back their contract and cease operating the practice after a six month notice period. A […]
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Cosy Nook, Trafalgar and Mitre Set For Register
A former beachside café and a Victorian pub are among three buildings being considered for inclusion to a list of the island’s registered buildings. The Cosy Nook in Port Erin, Trafalgar House in Douglas and the Mitre in Kirk Michael were all issued with Proposal to Register Notices (PRN) on […]