News from on and off island.
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Skelly Will Not Seek Re-election but Will Contest Presidency
Mr Skelly was first elected in 2011.
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Changes to Patient Transfer Arrangements in Liverpool
The Patient Transfer team has arranged with Liverpool Airport to have a seating area set up in the main reception area of the terminal.
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Packet Told Gov Crews Weren’t Isolating
The Steam Packet and the gov have very different recollections of who knew what and when.
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Gov Seeking to Register 27 Buildings
The move follows the recent registration of the Cosy Nook in Port Erin.
Image credit: Calf of Man Lower lighthouse and Chicken’s Rock lighthouse, Stephen Corran
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Everything You Need to Know Ahead of Saturday’s Border Changes
There’s a lot to go through, but most importantly, families can be reunited.
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IoM Gov Briefing 29th April
Howard, David, Dr Henny Well good afternoon everyone Quite a few changes today – lots of detail to run through Numbers 15 results awaiting 0 new cases 13 active cases 2 hospital 1 ICU Dr Henny Reaffirming good news – no sporadic cases Suggested the group have not led to […]
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Firefighters Abused After Covid Cases
Crews across all stations will continue to wear additional personal protective uniforms for the foreseeable future as a precaution.
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A Quick Summary as Dr Ewart Meets PAC
Dr Ewart gave evidence to the Public Accounts Committee’s inquiry into the use of genomics and the Steam Packet.
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The One Where the Chief Min Met PAC
A quick summary from yesterday’s PAC hearing with Chief Minister Howard Quayle.
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A Genius Solution to the World’s Water Crisis
With the OASIS Boxes, the solar panels power the box to extract water from the ground and lakes, as well as collecting rainwater, but importantly they also filter the water.
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Uni Students Can be Jabbed Here and in UK
The reciprocal health agreement means GP records can be shared, enabling students to receive doses in either jurisdiction.
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NHS App Could be Used to Prove Vaccine Status
Our reporter Sam Turton has downloaded the NHS app and registered his details with it and will provide an update as to the success of this later on today.
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Liberal Vannin Call Area Plan Meeting
The Area Plan will zone last parts of the North and West of the island.
Photo by James Qualtrough on Unsplash.
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Packet Plans to Open Terminal in 2023
The company will continue to use Pier Head until the new terminal opens.
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Liverpool Terminal Cost Will ‘Increase Significantly’
The new ferry terminal in Liverpool will not be ready before March 2022 at the earliest and there is no confirmed price for the taxpayer funded scheme, but it will be over budget. Infrastructure Minister Tim Baker was asked for an update on the scheme in this morning’s Keys sitting […]
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Empowering People with Limb Differences
Positive Bones, founded by Josephine Bridges, has been offering advice and support to Manx residents since it launched last year.
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Iso Drops to 10 Days for Positive Cases
The iso period for travellers currently remains at 21 days, subject to testing allowing them to leave on day 14 if they receive a negative test result.
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Late and Over Budget
Work began on the replacement ferry terminal in January 2020.
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IOM Gov Briefing – 26th April
Howard & David Good afternoon everyone Numbers 16 results awaiting 1 new case – unknown source 13 active cases 2 cases in hospital 1 in ICU Howard Despite the emergence of the cluster of cases, the emergence of new cases this week are relatively low. Contact tracing is working to […]
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Tap Dance Your Way into the Record Books
Sixteen times world tap dance Champion Kai Scanlan has joined up with the charity to choreograph two routines, one for beginners and an advanced so that there’s an option to cover every ability.
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Debunking Vaccines With a Really Clever Doctor
Dr Jennifer Duggan, who works at the Southern Practice, to give us the low down on the vaccine.
Ad Feature by the Isle of Man Government
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Applications for Improved Laxey Flood Defences
The area around the river flooded in October 2019 after several gov departments failed to act in relation to felled trees found upriver.
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MLC says she Could Achieve a Great Deal More as MHK
Kate Lord-Brennan, who was selected as an MLC by the Keys in 2018, has declared her intention to stand in Glenfaba and Peel
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Chief Minister to Face PAC Grilling over Steam Packet row
Chaired by Speaker Juan Watterson, PAC is conducting inquiries into the use of genomic sequencing in response to a pandemic and into the Steam Packet and the border protocols during the pandemic.
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Peel Care Home to Close
The 21 residents will need to find new homes while all staff are to lose their jobs.
Image credit: Corrin Home Facebook page.
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Prison Visiting Suspended
The decision was taken following a risk assessment.
Image credit ITV
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All Adults can Register for Vaccine
Delivery of vaccines from the UK has become ‘uneven’ in recent weeks.
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IOM Gov Briefing – 22nd April
Howard, Dr Al, Dr Henny, David Numbers 15 results awaiting 2 new cases from a known source 10 active cases 1 ICU patient – someone who returned from the UK with Covid Understand concern We knew we’d see some again, but hope we’d have a bit more time Additional cases […]
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Happy Earth Day 2021
“Humanity is spending Earth’s resources as if there were two Earths.” For Earth Day 2021, Green Party Committee member Sarah Mercer reflects why we need to act now to help our planet.
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Tynwald Backs Exit Plan
The strategy should see the island’s borders open by the end of June.
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Hospital Visiting Suspended
GP Practices, dental practices providing NHS services and opticians’ practices will revert to their previous way of working during lockdown periods – including social distancing and the wearing of masks by patients and staff.
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Local Authority Elections to be in July
It is hoped by this date the local authorities will be able to hold elections with no risk to the public.
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Pregnant Women to be Offered Vaccine
Data shows there have been no safety concerns relating to pregnancy associated with any of the Covid-19 vaccines currently authorised for use
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We Demand the Right to Roam
The petition follows the introduction of signs forbidding entry to previously open land.
Picture credit – Alex Barlow
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Gef’s Daily Roundup
News and sport from on and off island.
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Five Covid Cases Identified
Dr Ewart: ‘We should continue to do the things that help protect ourselves and others: respecting people’s space, using a face mask in crowded areas, not spending too long in poorly ventilated places and continuing to wash our hands regularly.’
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Residents Voice Concerns Over Border Opening
Residents react to gov’s plans to lower the drawbridge.
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Two New Cases Identified
Public advised to be vigilant and take precautions with new cases confirmed.
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Borders Should Open by End of June
The gov has tonight released the details of a gradual process which, subject to Tynwald backing the plan, should see the island’s borders fully open by July 1. It comes after Tynwald instructed CoMin to return with a more detailed exit plan in the March sitting and it includes warnings […]
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Edge and Allinson Dominate Committee Hearing
Committee hears from Education and Health Ministers alongside senior civil servants.
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PwC to Review Covid’s Impact on Island’s Economy
The PwC report will also include a 12 month forecast model for the domestic economy determining what ‘good will look like’ for the year ahead.
Image credit: Peter Killey – manxscenes.com
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Feedback Sought on New Area Plan Proposals
Area Plan for the North and West will replace local plans, some of which date back to the 1980s.
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Bus Fare Consultation Launched
The consultation will run for four weeks and close on May 18.
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Treasure Find May Have Belonged to Lord of Mann
The memorial ring is Lee Morgan’s third Treasure find on the Isle of Man.
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Real Football Will be Found at the Bernabowl
Why the European Super League has me agreeing with Gary Neville, falling out of love with Liverpool and admitting I was wrong about FC Isle of Man.
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Gef’s Daily Roundup
News from on and off island. Picture from James Qualtrough on Unsplash.
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Moorhouse Dials up the Pressure in Bid to Save Phone boxes
Tynwald asked to help find a future for phone boxes.
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Consultation on Licensing Shakeup
The gov accepts that the existing licensing regime on the island is now ‘outdated, overly bureaucratic and inflexible’.
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Improving Learning for Those With Literary Difficulties
People have until 17 May to submit their views and anyone who needs additional help can contact the Manx Dyslexia Association.
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Reflections on Home Learning
As Lockdown 3 draws to a close and schools prepare to reopen on Monday, father-of-two and journalist Paul Speller reflects on a year of on/off home learning and warns that there is much more to do before we can say the kids are alright.
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Sticking Together
Peggy’s are using their iconic stickers to spread a very important message.
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DHSC Responds to Dr Glover’s PAC Evidence
The DHSC has accused Dr Glover of breaching an agreement between her company and the department.
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Changes to Bus Timetable
Bus Vannin has been unable to push ahead with the rollout of more on demand services for the island’s more rural areas.
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Visitors to Return to Care Homes
Manx Care run residential homes will welcome visitors from next week.
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Guernsey Plans to Reopen Border Next Week
The island will introduce isolation periods and a testing regime based on where people have travelled from.
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Health Services to Resume
Standard infection prevention and control measures will be in place in all health and care settings and it will no longer be compulsory to socially distance or wear a mask.
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Committee to Probe Lockdown Decisions
A decision has yet to be taken as to whether the committee will sit physically in the Legislative Council Chamber or remotely via MS Teams.
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Shrek Sets a Date
In a post on Facebook, Douglas Choral Union, which is celebrating its 125th year, said it was ‘thrilled’ to be able to confirm its new dates.
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IOM Gov Briefing – 15th April
Howard, Dr Henny Well good afternoon everyone Two hours late to the party as there was a lot of chat in Keys today Monday will be our 21st day without an unexplained case SIGNIFICANT Dr H & Numbers Twice incubation period = local elimination. Seeing a significant number of tests […]
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KPMG to Develop Gov’s Economic Strategy
A gov statement said the KPMG strategy, ‘Our Big Picture’, will be constructed across five key phases.
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Cause of Person’s Death Yet to be Established
The Health Minister has issued a clarification after a person sadly died after having a Covid vaccine.
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Ashford Warns Against Jumping to Conclusions
Minister says it is too early to definitively link tragic death to vaccine.
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We Need a Plan to Fund Residential Care
Speaking to Gef, Ms Edge said she felt the time was ‘appropriate to see what progress has been achieved by the Council of Ministers in this administration’.
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Karl Reaches Halfway Point in Kayak Bid
Having set off with the goal of raising £3,000, Karl has already raised over £6,000 which will be divided between three charities.
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Young, Hot and Getting my Shot
Based on the gov’s rollout schedule, every adult should have been offered their first jab by the end of next month.
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Return to School Begins
Schools closed a month ago at the start of Lockdown 3.
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Oscar’s Tour de Manx football
From Croit Lowey to Andreas Playing Fields, Oscar will cycle to each ground on the island.
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The Nolan Principles and Powerful Questions
Sam’s take on how a review by Lord Nolan and questioned posed by Tony Benn created standards we should judge our leaders on.
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Ardwhallan Services Under Review
The centre is based on and around West Baldwin Reservoir, better known as Injerbreck.
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Chance to Showcase Manx Food and Drink
Last year’s food festival generated an estimated £432,000 for our economy.
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Southern Show on the Move
The move will not change the show, as the agricultural and rural focus will remain at its core and continue to be the driving force behind its organisation.
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Long Covid and ME
‘My GP is doing her best, but GPs need more support, more training and clear referral options.’
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Gef’s Daily Roundup
Some of the highlights of Tuesday’s news from across the island and around the UK.
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Get Ready to Open
The current number of active cases of Covid-19 on the island is 21.
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Do You Know Your Holiday Rights?
‘If an employer wants to ask staff to take annual leave at a particular time – even if this is during a period of lockdown – they are able to do so.’
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Wine Straight To Your Door? Cheers To That
Two things Gef loves: buying wine and supporting local businesses. That’s why we LOVE Wine Cellar’s deliveries, which bring wine, beer, and spirits straight to your door. Click to find out why buying wine locally is the best way to buy…
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Olympic Champion to be Guest of Honour at Sports Awards
Peter Kennaugh won gold at London 2012, becoming the first Manxman to win one in 100 years.
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Immunosuppressed Households to be Given Jab Priority
Currently, individuals who have a weakened immune system and those on immunosuppressive treatment are receiving their vaccination through the priority four or priority six groups.
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Advocate Training is ‘Insufficient’
The committee said that because of the relatively small size of the Manx Bar, ‘there is still a high risk of the perception of conflict of interest whenever practising advocates are deciding how to deal with matters relating to other practising advocates’.
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Time to Roll up Your Sleeves
Letters are in the process of being sent out to individuals aged between 40-49 and 30-39.
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Crab Diaries: A Letter To Anonymous Online Crabs
Introducing crab diaries: like a love letter, for everything we don’t love. Don’t expect posi vibes, this is a column for all our pent up Karen feelz.
This week, we’re (ironically?) having a moan about anonymous crabs.
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Gef’s Daily Roundup
A win for Cav in Turkey, a law firm moves into new digs and National Rail’s well intentioned gesture backfires.
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IOM Gov Briefing – 12th April
Howard, David, Dr Al, Dr Henrietta Well good afternoon everyone Numbers0 new cases30 active cases0 in hospital Shielding advice ended today but urging employers to speak to staff who have been shielding to prep for their return to work. Vax supply will be affected this week – down to supply […]
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Food For Thought
If you are struggling with an eating disorder, please read with caution as this article contains details that could be triggering.