The seven-day daily average test positivity rate is 9.2%.
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Vaccine Rollout for 12-15 Year Olds
The rollout will be done in Chester Street and the island’s high schools.
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Booster Jab Rollout to Begin Within Weeks
The island is following JCVI advice.
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Manx Care Announce Southlands Units Closure
Manx Care have released the following statement: ‘An outbreak of Covid has been identified at Southlands, and whilst it is recognised that visiting is a vital support mechanism for residents, it is our duty to ensure the safety of residents, staff and visitors by following infection prevention and control procedures […]
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Whitty – Offer Jabs to Teens
The UK’s four Chief Medical Officers have advised the Gov to offer jabs to teens.
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IoM Gov Briefing September 10 2021
Howard, David & Dr H Good afternoon everyone, David’s here and so is Dr H Been a few weeks since we were last here This is because of the stable situation Gov has used this time to review our Covid response – particularly the borders It’s our intention to reintroduce […]
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Gov Updates Covid Death Figure
The gov has reviewed all death certificates since the start of the pandemic.
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Reayrt-ny-Baie Restrictions Extended
The situation will be reviewed on September 14.
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Third Jab Will Be Offered to Some Islanders
This is not the same as the proposed booster programme. More details on that will come later this month.
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Why The Gov’s Covid Numbers Don’t Add Up
A report published last week listed three Covid deaths in mid-August which have only just been confirmed as Covid related.
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Residents Urged to Get Covid Pass
Manx residents cannot yet use the NHS App to prove their vaccine status but can use an NHS Digital form.
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Eyes on the Pfize
Teens who want a jab this Saturday need to register with 111.
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Jabbed Teens Get Travel Exemption
The exemption, which applies to residents and non-residents, came into effect today.
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Will Teens be Rushen to Get Jab?
A southern vaccine hub is being held this Sunday.
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Borders To Be Reviewed Mid-September
The island’s current border restrictions will remain in place until at least mid-September. The extension was agreed yesterday (Thursday 26th September) at a virtual sitting of CoMin and follows a commitment by the Chief Minister at last month’s Tynwald sitting to review the situation again by the end of August. […]
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Phased Re-Opening Of Reayrt-ny-Baie Residential Home
Manx Care will begin a phased re-opening of Reayrt-ny-Baie Residential home from Tuesday 31st August. This follows the re-opening of other Manx Care nursing and residential facilities earlier this month, after temporary closures were put in place following a number of Covid cases and increased levels of community transmission. Reayrt-ny-Baie […]
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Restrictions Easing In Manx Care Homes
Manx Care will ease some of the visitor restrictions at most of their Residential Care Homes for older people on Tuesday 31 August. These eased measures will be in place at all of the below Homes operated by Manx Care, not including Rearyt-ny-Baie, from Tuesday 31st August; Southlands – Port […]
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Covid Pass Launches
Manxies don’t yet have the app, but we do have another interim measure.
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West Pfize Story
A vaccine hub for 16 and 17 year olds will open up at QEII next week.
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Phize in a Northern Town
A walk in clinic will be open from 11am to 1pm on this Saturday.
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Gov Launches Weekly Surveillance Reports
The current seven day average for positive cases is around 75.
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NHS COVID Pass Two Weeks Away
Islanders who need to provide proof of their vaccination status for international travel or to attend events will soon have two options to obtain their Covid vaccine certificate but access the NHS App is still a while off. Anyone who does not wish their vaccination data to be shared with […]
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At Risk Children Invited to Register For Jab
Those with underlying health conditions that make them more susceptible to illness from coronavirus and those who are household contacts of an immunosuppressed individual are being offered two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Reayrt-ny-Baie Closure Extended
Other care homes began to reopen earlier this week.
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Teen Jab Clinics to Start This Week
Those wanting a jab can turn up without an appointment but do need to register with 111 first.
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Home Delivery of LFTs
Residents will soon be able to go online to order lateral flow tests to their homes, which will be delivered by Manx Independent Carriers. The gov has said that Isle of Man Post Office, which it owns, was unsuccessful in the bidding process for the delivery of the LFTs. A […]
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Medical Director ‘Remains in Post’
The DHSC says that reports that the island’s top doc had been dismissed were wrong.
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16 and 17 Year Olds Can Register for Jab
The JCVI has changed its advice on 16 and 17 year olds getting jabbed.
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Controlling the Output
The Medical Director of the DHSC gave evidence on the gov’s handling of the Covid pandemic to a Tynwald Committee.
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Who’s Advising Who?
This article is part three of our coverage on the evidence given to a Tynwald Committee by Dr Ranson the Medical Director of the DHSC, which has raised serious questions about the gov’s reactions and decision making throughout the pandemic. You can read part one of the coverage, which looks […]
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Flights, Lives And Statistics
Evidence given to a Tynwald Committee by Dr Ranson the Medical Director of the DHSC, has raised serious questions about the gov’s reactions and decision making throughout the pandemic. Public Health The Medical Director then told the committee that the clinical group she had formed had started to have more […]
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Before Sh*t Hit The Fan
Evidence given to a Tynwald Committee by the Medical Director of the DHSC, has raised serious questions about the gov’s reactions and decision making throughout the pandemic. The previously private evidence given by Dr Ranson to the Public Accounts Committee was released on Wednesday night and reveals that in the […]
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Three More Covid Deaths
Three more people have died as a result of COVID-19, two of whom were patients at Noble’s Hospital. Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK said: ‘This is extremely sad news. On behalf of the Government, I extend my sincere condolences to family and friends.’ Only one of the deaths occurred in […]
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Prison Visiting Suspended
Visiting has been suspended temporarily at Isle of Man Prison after a small number of prisoners in one wing were identified as Covid positive. The decision has been taken by the prison governor in the interest of the safety of prisoners, staff and the community. All prisoners, staff and […]
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IoM Gov Briefing August 5
Howard, David, Dr H Well good afternoon everyone. Since we last spoke four members of our community have lost their lives Decisions have never been easy or straightforward It’s always a balancing act – lives, economy England, Ireland, Wales – They’ve all taken different paths There’s no single approach, just […]
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Residential Care Homes to Stay Closed
Reayrt-ny-Baie in Douglas will remain closed for a further 14 days, with effect from 5.30pm tomorrow (Friday). This is due to an outbreak of COVID-19 in the home which is impacting both residents and staff.
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Two Deaths From Covid
Two further people have died from Covid-19, the government has confirmed. One person died in Noble’s Hospital while the other died in the community, which we understand to have been at their home. Chief Minister Howard Quayle said: ‘I am incredibly sad to learn that two people have lost their […]
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Patient Dies From Covid
Another member of our island community has sadly lost their life to Covid-19, the government has confirmed this afternoon. The person, who was receiving treatment at Noble’s Hospital, died on Tuesday. Chief Minister Howard Quayle has said: ‘‘It is extremely saddening to hear of the passing of another member of […]
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Gov Needs to Clearly Outline School Plans
The EAG has asked for more detail as to why under 12s aren’t required to isolate when travelling.
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Dr Ewart’s Advice Should be Transparent
Notes from the EAG to CoMin have been released.
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Pregnant Women Urged to Take Vaccine
The majority of pregnant women hospitalised with the virus in the UK have not had a jab.
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Gov Finally Advises Face Coverings
The advice moves the island inline with England where coverings are not legally required but are advised in certain settings.
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Patient Dies From Covid-19
The government has tonight confirmed the sad news that another member of our island community has lost their life to Covid-19. This brings the total number of lives lost to the virus on the island to 30. Chief Minister Howard Quayle said: ‘I am deeply saddened by this news. My […]
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Mitigation at Culture Fest 2021
People of Colour Isle of Man (POC IOM) are hosting a festival – Culture Festival on Saturday August 21, at The Nunnery to celebrate their one year anniversary. The jam packed day will include entertainment for all age groups and will features stalls from local businesses plus live music in […]
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LFD Stocks Replenished
An additional 50,000 lateral flow devices (LFDs) have been delivered to the island, ready for distribution to pharmacies and local authority outlets over the next two days. More than 25,000 test kits will today be delivered to participating pharmacies and local authorities assisting with distribution. The public are advised that LFDs can […]
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Temporary Change to Residential Home Visiting
Following the recent increase in community transmission of Covid in the island and the confirmed cases at Reayrt Ny Baie residential home in Douglas, Manx Care is closing its Residential Care Homes for older people to non-essential visitors for an initial period of ten days. This includes visitors, new admissions […]
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Over 100,000 Lateral Flow Tests Have Arrived
Over 100,000 lateral flow devices (LFDs) have been delivered to the island and are being made available to the Manx public today. Further deliveries will be made on a regular basis. Civil Defence volunteers are assisting in the distribution of LFD packs to community pharmacies and other regional pick-up points. […]
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Border Changes Explained
Lots to take in and rules to shake off.
Image credit: James Qualtrough via Unsplash
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Caution Urged Over Post-Viral Recovery
About 7% to 9% of children who become infected with covid go on to develop some long-Covid symptoms, according to Office for National Statistics data.
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What About Us?
The self-styled ‘Preggy Mitchell’ writes about shielding while expecting.
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Tynwald Approves Border Reg Changes
After a long debate, members gave the plans their support.
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EAG: ‘Community Transmission is Uncontrolled’
The Emergency Advisory Group have criticised the gov for giving it five minute’s notice that its view would be sought on the proposed changes to the Public Health regulations and that the island has a current infection rate of 277 per 100,000. It has advised that face coverings are made […]
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IoM Gov Briefing July 22
Howard, Ashford and Dr H Numbers have gone up, we’ve crossed the 1k threshold. I know lots of you use the numbers as a barometer to how our island is fairing in the face of the pandemic. But we must shift our focus from case numbers to hospitalisations I understand […]
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Incapacity Benefit Increases to Support Isolation
Treasury has announced a temporary increase to the rate of Incapacity Benefit for the first 14 days of absence from work in order to improve support for persons unable to work due to isolation. The rate of short term Incapacity Benefit will increase from £86.55 per week to £230.00 per […]
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Large Supply of Lateral Flow Tests Due
More than 120,000 lateral flow home tests kits will be made available to the general public next week, to support the Manx community in learning to live with and adapt to Covid. All community pharmacies are currently out of stock following a delivery of supplies to the island yesterday. Residents […]
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Residential Home Closed to Visitors After Covid Cases
Rearyt-Ny-Baie in Douglas has been temporarily closed for visiting and new admissions due to positive cases of COVID-19 within the residential home. The measure has been taken at the property on Albert Terrace as a precaution to contain the spread of the virus within the home and to protect the […]
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Big Changes Proposed to Border and Iso Rules
Tynwald will vote on the proposals this week.
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More Walk-in Vaccine Clinics Available
The jabs are only available for people yet to have a first dose.
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We Have Not Undermined EAG
Onchan MHK Julie Edge asked an urgent question about what advice CoMin had received from the EAG.
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Changes Made to Hospital Visiting
These changes come into force from 8am Monday morning.
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Online Test System Launched
Test results will be emailed to individuals, along with any further directions that are necessary.
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111 Continuing to Face High Number of Calls
Members of the public who have a positive lateral flow test result or symptoms of coronavirus are being urged to stay home, self-isolate and be patient when calling 111. The 111 team is currently dealing with a large influx of calls, many from people who have used the lateral flow […]
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Lateral Flow Test Kits Available for Asymptomatic Close Contacts
kits will be available this evening between 8pm and 10p from pick-up points in school car parks in key areas of the island, and again these are for people who are close contacts only.
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Home Testing For Close Contacts
Anyone who is self-isolating because they tested positive for the virus must continue to self-isolate in accordance with their direction notice.
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Interim Vaccine Proof Available
Manx Care will provide a letter but only if you’re travelling in the next two weeks.
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No Covishield Jabs Given on Island
Covishield has not been approved by the European Medicines Agency.
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Drop-in Vaccinations Available Today
Moderna jabs available today for those who haven’t yet had a first dose.
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Policing During a Pandemic
Chief Constable Gary Robert’s annual report includes a breakdown of the Constabulary’s reaction to Covid.
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Airlines to Insist on Face Coverings
Both major airlines which service the island will continue to require passengers to wear masks.
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Manxie In The City
So, we’re not fully out of the panny d, but restrictions are lifting and that includes travel- my biggest passion in life. Having spent the best part of the last two years on the island and in a (fairly remote) mountain town in the French Alps, leaving the island and […]
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IoM Gov Briefing 1st July
David, Dr Al, Dr Henny Good afternoon everyone Howard is busy so Dave is stepping in Borders eased on Monday The latest easing and new pathway mean people can come with no testing or iso, if they tick the following boxes; Must be travelling from the common travel area Must […]
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Update on School Covid Situation
A pupil from a primary school on the Island has today tested positive for COVID-19 and theheadteacher has contacted all parents/carers to update them. The school remains open and contact tracing is underway. A further student attending St Ninian’s High School has received a positive PCR test on Tuesday (29 June), following the […]
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Changes Made to Amber List Rules
Passengers should be prepared to provide evidence at the border of their onward journey to the Isle of Man.
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Update on St Ninian’s High School
Following a member of staff at St Ninian’s High School testing positive for Covid over the weekend, a student attending the school has today tested positive and contact tracing is continuing. The gov said: ‘Mitigations to help prevent the spread of Covid are already in place at the school. This includes reminders on the […]
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School to Take Precautionary Measures
There is currently no evidence of spread to any of the students.
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Appy Days Are Here At Least
Those who wish to obtain digital copy of their certificate should register for the UK NHS App, where their vaccination record should soon be available to view.
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IoM Gov Briefing 17th June
Howard (Pride Badge – 🏳️🌈 ), David, Henny Well good afternoon everyone Sorry for interrupting your session in the sun on the Quay But we have some old news We told Tynwald on Tuesday, so thought we should tell you about it too It’s been over a month since we […]
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Manx Residents to Use NHS App for Covid Passport
Manx residents will use the NHS app to prove their vaccine status.
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Advocate Calls for Clarity Over Child Vaccines
In an open letter, Mr Kermode references concerns that have arisen from a previous exchange between himself and Dr Ewart and outlines the issues his clients have raised around testing and vaccinating those under the age of 18.
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Gef’s Quick Guide to Border Regs
A quick guide to the proposed border changes.
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Changes Made to Borders Plan
For those who are coming to the island from the UK, they will need to provide documentation from their GP or the NHS App. The Manx Gov has told Gef plans are being put into action to ensure Manx residents will also have the required documentation in time for the change to take effect.
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Lateral Flow Testing for School Students
Chief Minister Howard Quayle confirmed the roll out of testing in Tynwald today.
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NI Trip was Covid Secure
Howard Quayle and Alex Allinson met with leaders from other nations around the British Isles.
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Hospitality Needs Support Until at Least Easter 2022
PwC has recommended that the gov needs to tailor the support offered to businesses to their individual circumstances.
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Airport Vaccine Hub to be Scaled Back
As the borders open up and more people use the airport for travel, the vaccines will administered at Chester Street.
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Level 2.5 to Stay in Place
The gov has announced that the current border arrangements will remain in place for the time being, to allow further monitoring of emerging risks. The COVID-19 Exit Framework allowed an initial change to Level 3 from 1 May 2021, and indicated a potential move to Borders Level 2 on or […]
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Moderna Vaccine Rollout to Begin in June
A first dose of Moderna vaccine will be offered to residents aged under 40 at a clinic on 14 June.
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Travel Agents and Tour Operators Looking Closer to Home
As the drawbridge creaks just those extra few inches and the island prepares to (hopefully) open back up on June 28, Gef has spoken to three travel companies about consumer confidence in coming to and going off the island. We previously spoke to Rikki Dunnage from Island Travel, Ged Power, […]
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Money for Closed Hotels but No Support for Hospitality Sector
As the gov unveils another round of salary support for businesses in the travel and tourism sector, hospitality business owners are still seeking gov support. The latest round of salary support covers the period April 25 to May 23 for businesses which can demonstrate a reduction in revenue of at […]
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Report Highlights Multiple Failings
The long awaited report into the February 2021 Covid-19 outbreak has found that the Steam Packet largely acted in good faith but found issues with both it and the gov’s handling of border regulations. The 94-page report was undertaken by Stephen Hind, the director of Treasury’s Audit Advisory division. The […]
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Border Level 2.5 Confirmed
Changes to the Isle of Man’s borders that were announced earlier this week will come into effect on Monday May 24. CoMin has reviewed the latest data and agreed that it is the right course of action. They will continue to monitor the situation closely. Chief Minister, Howard Quayle MHK, […]
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IoM Gov Briefing 17th May
Howard, David, Dr Henny Well good afternoon everyone Thanks for tuning in Two and a half weeks since our last show. A few cases are popping up but it’s manageable and explainable The virus is here to stay, we need to learn to live with it Change in approach means […]
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Emergency Advisory Group Members Confirmed
The EAG will provide independent advice to Tynwald.
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Bordering on the Edge
The borders should be moving down to Level 2 by the end of the month, but the gov insists it is following data not dates.