Gef’s Daily Brief

Stop Parking on the Pavements!

The police have said they will issue fixed penalty notices to vehicles found committing an offence by parking or stopping on pavements.

The Constabulary said: ‘One of the most common complaints we get from members of the public is about vehicles parked or stopped on pavements, thus impeding pedestrian right of way. This is not a new issue; historically we issued advisory notices to motorists, but so far this has not helped.

‘Vehicles should not be parked or stopped on any pavement at any time as this can cause danger to pedestrians, particularly those who are vulnerable through disability. We urge motorists to be considerate to others, especially those who would struggle to pass a parked vehicle.’

The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company is commissioning an artwork collection specially curated in collaboration with SMC Art Consultancy, to go on permanent display on board its new vessel, Manxman.  

The Steam Packet Company issued an invitation to local artists, both professional and amateur, to submit artwork proposals for the collection, and are delighted to announce that more than 50 artists have applied since entries closed.

Steam Packet’s Artwork

The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company is commissioning an artwork collection specially curated in collaboration with SMC Art Consultancy, to go on permanent display on board its new vessel, Manxman.  

The Steam Packet Company issued an invitation to local artists, both professional and amateur, to submit artwork proposals for the collection, and are delighted to announce that more than 50 artists have applied.

The artwork will celebrate the Island’s creative output, heritage, landscape, and community, and will feature in three main areas on board the new vessel, including the Pet Lounge, Forward Lounge and First-Class Lounge.

Brian Thomson, MD, said: ‘The overarching theme of the collection is to tell the story of the Isle of Man; be it the archaeology, folklore, literature or stunning and diverse landscape, and who better to tell that story than our local artists.

‘We have received more than 50 submissions, all unique and diverse in their offering. It just goes to show the level of talent the Isle of Man has to offer. Decisions are currently being made, and we will be announcing the successful individuals this Spring.’

Citizenship Ceremony

This morning, Government House hosted a Citizenship ceremony for recipients who have achieved naturalisation of Great Britain. Today’s applicants were born in South Africa, Swariland, the Philippines, Poland, Nepal and Sweden.

After the ceremony, our new British citizens received a certificate of naturalisation, a personal letter from His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor and a small gift from the Isle of Man to mark the occasion.

Finally

We have shied away a little from international news that doesn’t involve Ukraine in recent weeks, but we loved to see this tweet.