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New Ramsey Commissioner supports call for public meeting into cottage hospital

Moghrey Mie — Tuesday, 2 June 2026
Eric Corkish joins the board after an uncontested election Plus: TT racer Maria Costello facing 'lifelong impact' fro…
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Tuesday 2 June 2026
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New Ramsey Commissioner supports call for public meeting into cottage hospital
• Eric Corkish joins the board after an uncontested election.
• A newly elected Ramsey commissioner says he would support a proposal to hold a public meeting about the future of the cottage hospital.
• Eric Corkish, an accessibility campaigner, joins the board after an uncontested by-election last week and now represents residents of the North Ward.
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Manx Radio · Health17:06
TT racer Maria Costello facing 'lifelong impact' from injuries suffered in sidecar crash
• GoFundMe aiming to raise £200K for rider receiving treatment in Aintree Hospital.
• A warning this article contains descriptions of injuries which may be distressing.
• A fundraising page has been launched by Maria Costello MBE’s racing team following a crash during sidecar qualifying last week.
Manx Radio · Politics11:17
Rushen MHK to stand for re-election in September
• Michelle Haywood has represented the constituency since 2021.
• A Rushen MHK has announced her intention to stand for re-election in September.
• Michelle Haywood was first elected to represent the constituency in 2021.
IoM Today · Health16:22
Man fined after incident outside hospital
• He admitted provoking behaviour and a separate public drunkenness offence.
• Brogan Keith Misselbrook admitted provoking behaviour, as well as being drunk in public on a different date.
• Police were called to the hospital on May 28 in 2024, after Misselbrook and a male were seen screaming and shouting at each other outside.
3FM · Transport07:15
Ferry filming could mean fame!
• Catching the ferry home and want to be part of Channing Tatum's movie this week?
• Ex-Isle Casting and Film Facility Agency says it’s looking for 10 bikers to film on Thursday’s 9.15am Manxman sailing from Douglas to Heysham.
• The company says it also needs a passenger on the vessel’s 3pm return trip.
Manx Radio · Island News13:46
Douglas Beachcross event still on "provided the mist clears"
• Motocross due to take place in the Island's capital tonight.
• A motocross event on Douglas beach tonight is still planned to go ahead, provided the mist clears.
• Organisers of TT Douglas Beachcross have provided an update as fog lingers across much of the Island’s capital.
Manx Radio · Island News06:25
"The Island is letting itself down"
• Tourist doesn't believe the Raad ny Foillan is being looked after well enough.
• The Isle of Man is ’letting itself down’ over the condition of one of its most iconic footpaths.
• That’s according to a visitor who came to the Island especially to walk the Raad ny Foillan.
Manx Radio · Politics06:49
Southern 100 'evaluating options' over inclusion of sidecars
• Organisers to consult with ACU and Isle of Man Government.
• The Southern 100 Club is conducting a thorough review ahead of this year’s event over the inclusion of the sidecars.
• It follows the decision by the Isle of Man TT to suspend the class for the remainder of this year’s TT.
3FM · Island News11:15
Technical problems close Castletown museum
• Manx National Heritage says one of its attractions has been forced to close today.
• It posted to social media about the Nautical Museum on Bridge Street in Castletown.
• The organisation says an ongoing electrical issue means the facility will be closed all day today.
3FM · Island News10:53
Southern coastal walk "one of UK's best", according to The Guardian
• A walk around the south of the Island has been featured in a national UK newspaper as one of the best in Britain.
• The Guardian asked for suggestions from its readership for people’s favourite coastal walks.
• The Island was featured after a reader named Ben named the stretch of Manx coastline from Port St Mary to Port Erin via the Sound.
IoM Today · Politics14:40
New immigration rules for migrant workers take effect
• These changes mark an important step towards strengthening the island’s immigration framework.
IoM Today · Politics14:08
Isle of Man TT 2026: Grandstand flags removed over safety concerns, says MHK
• ’This was not optional...’.
• Eagle-eyed TT fans may have noticed that a familiar feature is missing from the Grandstand this year.
• The rows of national flags, which traditionally fly above the TT Grandstand and represent the various nationalities of competitors taking part in the races, have not been erected ahead of this year’s festival.
IoM Today · Island News14:03
Keep up to date with Isle of Man TT on event's official WhatsApp channel
• No second guessing.
• No waiting around.
• Just the latest official updates, straight from the source in race control.
IoM Today · Sport13:09
Isle of Man TT 2026: Douglas Beach Race scheduled for Monday evening
• It’s always a popular event for spectators.
• Signing on will be at the slipway opposite Best Western Hotel from 4.30pm.
• The first practice is scheduled to start at 6pm, with classes for adult solo and quad bikes.
IoM Today · Island News12:24
Isle of Man TT 2026: Harrison secures dominant win in Superbike race
• This means the absolute world to me.
• I’m over the moon with that result.
• I’m over the moon with that result’ Dean Harrison delivered a masterclass to claim a dominant win in Sunday afternoon’s Superbike race.
IoM Today · Island News10:05
Meet the fan who travelled 7,000 miles to marshal at the Isle of Man TT
• For a man who gets five or six weeks holiday a year, four of them reliably end up here.
Manx Radio · Transport18:08
Reminder to pleasure craft owners after Peel RNLI assist RIB in difficulty
• Vessel safely towed to harbour after voyage from Isle of Arran.
• A crew from Peel RNLI station were called out over the weekend to assist with a RIB which found itself in difficulty whilst travelling to the Island from the Isle of Arran.
• The shout came in at around 10:30pm, with the vessel’s last recorded position being eight nautical miles north of the western town.
Manx Radio · Law14:50
Police stop rider going the wrong way over the mountain
• Roads Policing Unit says biker tested positive for drugs.
• Police have stopped a biker going the wrong way on the Mountain Road.
• The route is one-way from Ramsey to Douglas throughout the TT period.
Manx Radio · Island News13:06
MT 'actively monitoring' performance of network over TT
• People with issues asked to contact telecoms provider directly.
• Manx Telecom says it’s actively monitoring’ the performance of its network over TT and will make adjustments’ wherever possible.
• It follows complaints about slow internet, services dropping out and issues with mobile data.
Manx Radio · Transport12:47
Airport launches investigation following 'medical incident'
• Passenger claims gate staff were rude to them for calling 999.
• An investigation has been launched by Isle of Man Airport following reports concerning passenger welfare and safety.
• An anonymous post on Facebook, yesterday (31 May), alleged a passenger was ’trembling/shaking and unable to talk’ while queuing at a departure gate.
Manx Radio · Sport11:47
Superstock race rescheduled for TT Race Day 3
• Three races planned on Snaefell Mountain Course.
• TT organisers have confirmed tomorrow’s (2 June) racing schedule.
• It features the RL360 Superstock Race 1, which was called off on Saturday (30 May) due to poor weather conditions.
Manx Radio · Island News11:13
Around 40 arrested over the weekend
• Offences range from drink driving to serious assault.
• Around forty people found themselves in police cells this weekend.
• The figure’s been confirmed by the police’s Public Engagement Officer Jo Corr.
Manx Radio · Sport08:32
Visitor arrested for using drone during TT Superbike race
• Mountain Course is a no-fly zone during racing.
• A visitor was arrested during yesterday’s TT Superbike race for using a drone.
• The Isle of Man Constabulary says it’s the first arrest for unauthorised flying of a drone during this year’s races.
Manx Radio · Transport10:18
Low visibility causing flight disruption at Ronaldsway
• Passengers urged to check with airlines for latest information.
• Low visibility is causing issues at Ronaldsway airport this morning.
• A number of flights coming to and from the Island have been delayed, while easyJet’s Manchester service this morning was cancelled.
Manx Radio · Island News09:33
Third candidate declares for Arbory, Castletown and Malew
• Jeroen Wats is the CEO of a company working with sustainable and recyclable material.
• A third candidate has declared their intention to stand in Arbory, Castletown and Malew in September’s General Election.
• Jeroen Wats is the CEO of ExoTechnologies, a company that works with sustainable and recyclable material.
Manx Radio · Island News09:49
Sidecar team calls SPC for assistance following cancellation
• It says the company should award full fare refunds.
• An open request has been made to the board of directors of the Steam Packet Company, asking for it to ’come to the assistance’ of sidecar teams.
• It’s been made by the Boris Stroud outfit on Facebook following news that the class was cancelled last week by TT race organisers.
Manx Radio · Island News06:20
Litterers told "don't go into farmers' fields!"
• Local farmer hits out after broken glass, bottles and bags of rubbish left on his land. "Don’t go into farmers’ fields!" That’s the message from a local farmer who has hit out at litterers.
• Alf Caine of Castleward Farm recently noticed a group of people on his land, believed to be locals rather than visitors to the TT, and afterwards discovered damage to his fences, as well as broken glass, bottles and bags of rubbish strewn about.
Manx Radio · Weather06:15
Beekeeper optimistic after "pretty grim" 2025 for honey producers
• Harry Owens hopes spring's weather means bees will make more honey in 2026.
• A beekeeper hopes this year’s spring will give the Island’s honey producers chance to catch up after a "pretty grim" 2025.
• Harry Owens says challenging conditions last year meant the bees were left with little pollen to collect.
Manx Radio · Island News06:13
Safety works for Kionslieu Reservoir given planning approval
• DEFA says the project will start in 2027.
• Planning approval has been granted for a number of safety works to be carried out on Kionslieu Reservoir.
• The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says recent inspections found walls needing to be upgraded to modern standards.
3FM · Island News17:00
More childcare support available for next school year
• Parents and carers can now get more money in Childcare Credit for the next school year.
• The government says those eligible will get an extra £128 per child from September, as the total payment rises from £4,300 to £4,428.
• This scheme provides support for children in the academic year they turn three or four.
3FM · Island News15:14
Keep jet skis out of swimming areas, says Coastguard
• The Coastguard is urging people using jet skis and pleasure craft to stay out of swimming areas.
• Officers say they’ve seen powered craft entering swimming zones, putting people in the sea at risk.
• Rescue Teams Manager Kevin Scott is reminding people to familiarise themselves with these areas and no-wake zones, and follow maritime safety rules.
3FM · Culture13:30
Peel's first live beach gig called off
• Peel's new beach attraction says the bad weather means it won't be able to go ahead this evening as planned.
• The Peel Beach Stage, set up by Mannin Music Shop on Market Street, was due to host its first live gig this evening.
• Organisers say with heavy rain and gusting winds expected, tonight’s entertainment has had to be cancelled.
IoM Today · Island News17:01
Three accused of being part of human trafficking gang to mount legal challenge
• A hearing is set to take place later this year.
• Joseph Vidal, also known as Solomon Green, aged 46, of Golders Green Crescent, London, Mary Ann Nemeno, aged 42, of Osborne Grove, Douglas, and fifty-two-year-old Jupiter Villacillo, also of Osborne Grove, are all charged with 17 counts of arranging human trafficking for the purpose of exploitation, and one count of participation in a criminal organisation.
3FM · Law07:45
Biker arrested doing 65mph in 30 zone
• Police have issued yet another warning after a biker was caught at more than twice the speed limit through a village.
• Officers from the Roads Policing Unit say it happened yesterday afternoon.
• They arrested a rider after clocking them doing 75 in a 40 zone - only slowing to 65mph when they reached a 30 zone in Onchan.
3FM · Island News07:30
Women lead record-breaking TT Legacy Lap
• One of the largest legacy laps in memory took place yesterday.
• Thousands of bikers turned up at the TT Grandstand on Glencrutchery Road on Sunday for a minute of roaring engine noise.
• They were then led away by women for the first time, with the Women Riders World Relay at the head of the parade.
IoM Today · Law14:58
Criminal damage admission after door glass shattered
• He is due back in court after probation report is prepared.
• Michael William Kaighin, of Michael Street, Peel, was at an address in Albion Terrace on April 14.
• He was asked to leave but initially swore, verbally abusing the occupant, before leaving.
IoM Today · Island News14:51
Fine for woman caught with pants down outside pub
• It’s not something we’d want to hear or see.
• Forty-eight-year-old Claire Keig, of Demesne Road, Douglas, was arrested on March 28 after police were initially called to the Old Market Inn.
• Staff said she was aggressive and refused to leave.
IoM Today · Law14:44
Biker fined after riding on expired provisional licence
• He had previously been warned by police to renew his paperwork.
• Makenzie Anthony Corkill was also handed two penalty points by magistrates after admitting the offence.
• The court heard that police stopped the defendant while he was riding a 125cc motorbike on Glencrutchery Road in Onchan on January 22.
IoM Today · Island News11:54
Missing three-legged Chihuahua found
• A missing three-legged Chihuahua was found on Sunday after an extensive three-day search.
• Dolly was missing since 12pm on Thursday May 28, and was found in a garden not too far from home in Ashley Park, Onchan.
• Search efforts included volunteers, drone operators and rescue personnel carrying out extensive operations across the area.
IoM Today · Business09:33
Prestigious international award for Falklands gin bottled in the Isle of Man
• It’s a first for our brand, and a fantastic achievement for the business.
• Tumbledown Gin, which is produced in the Falkland Islands, received a Silver Award after being shortlisted in The Gin Guide Awards ’ Traditional Gin category for spirits with an ABV (alcohol by volume) above 42%.
• The brand was selected as a finalist alongside gins from the UK, Europe, the United States and New Zealand before being judged through a blind tasting process by an expert panel.
IoM Today · Business09:16
Isle of Man TT 2026: How a business negotiated discounts for marshals at over 40 venues
• TT Marshals are an essential part of what makes the Isle of Man TT possible.
• The effort, led by Isle of Man technology platform Dazzler in partnership with the TT Marshals organisation, sees participating cafés, restaurants and pubs offering deals during the TT period to recognise the contribution of the volunteer marshals who help keep the event running safely.
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Weather check: Overcast; 13°C this morning; high 18°C / low 12°C; winds around 7 mph. Check A18 Mountain Road status before travelling.
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Tynwald · Sitting watch
Tynwald in plain English
Next up:Tue, 9 Jun 2026. Plain-English bullets from the official order papers, votes and proceedings: agenda, questions, decisions, named members and next dates.
Plain-English brief
Tue, 9 Jun 2026 · agendaWhat is on the agendaNo order paper is published yet for Tue, 9 Jun 2026.
Next sitting: the House rose at 2.43pm and adjourned to Tuesday 9th June 2026.
Check sitting calendar →Tue, 26 May 2026 · House of KeysWhat was saidWho was there: The Speaker and 20 other Members in the Chamber, Ms Lord-Brennan having leave of absence and Mrs Barber and Mr Moorhouse joining by audio link.
Questions: Question 1 was withdrawn before the sitting. Questions 2 and 3 were asked orally and answered in the House.
Procedure: Mr Thomas asked to suspend standing orders so a Third Reading amendment could be moved; the House carried the motion.
Period products: Ms Faragher asked the House to agree Legislative Council amendments. Amendments 1 and 2 carried; Amendment 3 was tied 11-11 and lost after the Speaker used the casting vote against it.
Read the proceedings →Tue, 26 May 2026 · decisionsWhat was decidedProcedure: Mr Thomas asked to suspend standing orders so a Third Reading amendment could be moved; the House carried the motion.
Financial services: Mr Thomas moved Third Reading of the Financial Services (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2026. Mr Smith moved Amendment 1, it carried, and the Bill was read a third time as amended.
NHS reform: Ms Christian's National Health Service Reform Bill went through clause-by-clause scrutiny. Mr Hooper, Mrs Corlett and Mrs Poole-Wilson moved amendment groups; many carried, while several contested amendments were defeated.
Entity registration: Mr Johnston’s Verification of Entity Registration Bill went through clause scrutiny. Mrs Corlett moved eight amendments and they were carried; the amended clauses were ordered to stand part.
Period products: Ms Faragher asked the House to agree Legislative Council amendments. Amendments 1 and 2 carried; Amendment 3 was tied 11-11 and lost after the Speaker used the casting vote against it.
Read the decisions →Tue, 26 May 2026 · named membersWho did whatMr Thomas moved procedural/financial-services business.
Mr Smith moved the Financial Services amendment that carried.
Ms Christian led the NHS Reform Bill clauses.
Mr Hooper moved the main NHS Reform amendment groups.
Mrs Corlett moved NHS and entity-registration amendments.
Mrs Poole-Wilson moved selected NHS and period-products amendments.
Mr Johnston led the Verification of Entity Registration Bill.
Ms Faragher asked the House to agree the Period Products amendments.
Check names in the PDF →Fri, 29 May 2026 · official updateOfficial updatesOfficial update: Tynwald Day 2026.
The House of Keys has added an extra sitting, so readers should expect more business than the normal calendar showed.
Read the update →Tue, 9 Jun 2026 · sitting calendarWhat is coming nextThe sitting on Tue, 9 Jun 2026 is the next listed sitting.
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Recent FOI requests
Recent published FOI responses, with the ask, authority and outcome.
26 May · case 5558655People's Wood• Asked: I've been trying to find the People's Wood sadly unsuccessfully so far. I can't find it on the…
• Authority: Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture
• Outcome: All information sent (28 May)
• Readable document: Response (all information to be supplied).pdf
Open readable PDF →26 May · case 5558191Legal Duty under Section 18 of the National Health Service Act 2001• Asked: Section 18 of the National Health Service Act 2001 states that the Department of Health and…
• Authority: Attorney General's Chambers
• Outcome: Information not held (1 Jun)
• Readable document: Response (not held).pdf
Open readable PDF →26 May · case 5557525Lonan By-Election Poll Cards• Asked: confirm whether poll cards were issued for the Lonan by-election, and if so:; the date they…
• Authority: Cabinet Office
• Outcome: Information not held (27 May)
• Readable document: Response (not held).pdf
Open readable PDF →21 May · case 5550786Marine Operation Centre overtime• Asked: How much overtime has been paid paid to Marine Operation Centre over the last 5 years. 1 2021 2…
• Authority: Department of Infrastructure
• Outcome: Information not held (1 Jun)
• Readable document: Response (not held).pdf
Open readable PDF →
Source: Isle of Man Government FOI searchhttps://services.gov.im/freedom-of-information/search
Procurement · deadline and new tender watch
Government contracts in plain English
A quick read on what government is trying to buy, who is buying it, and which deadlines matter for suppliers.
Closing in the next week
deadline · closes 2026-06-02 · posted 2026-05-18 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · DOI.2026.008Aviation Firefighter Initial Training Course ProviderDepartment of Infrastructure (TSY) is looking for a provider to train aviation firefighters. Deadline: 2026-06-02.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-02 · Department of Infrastructure · SSFM 519Quick Quote - Fire Stopping Works Ramsey District Cottage Hospital - Renal and TheatresDepartment of Infrastructure: Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide Fire Stopping Works at RDCH to Department of Infrastructure to be carried out in June/July 2026. Shared Services Division (SSD) is a Division of the Department of Infrastructure and… Deadline: 2026-06-02.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-03 · Department of Infrastructure · SSFM 518Quick Quote - Installation of White Rock to Internal Walls of Teaching Kitchen (University College Isle of Man) SSFM 518Department of Infrastructure: Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide Installation of White Rock to Internal Walls of the Teaching Kitchen (University College Isle of Man) to the Department of Infrastructure. The attached documentation consists of… Deadline: 2026-06-03.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-04 · Department of Education, Sport & Culture (TSY) · DESC.2026.017Quick Quote - The Provision of Bar Equipment for the Villa Marina and Gaiety TheatreDepartment of Education, Sport & Culture (TSY): Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide bar equipment to the Department of Education, port and Culture. This procurement aims to upgrade and standardise refrigeration and glass washing equipment across the Villa Marina and… Deadline: 2026-06-04.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-04 · posted 2026-05-27 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · Ref: STC01.QUICK QUOTE REQUEST - DOI Fleet Service Workshops Small Tool CalibrationDepartment of Infrastructure (TSY): Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide QUICK QUOTE REQUEST - DOI Fleet Service Workshops Small Tool Calibration to Shared Fleet Services to be carried out between Nov 2026 and Nov 2029. QUICK QUOTE REQUEST - DOI Fleet… Deadline: 2026-06-04.Open tender record →
Newly posted
new · closes 2026-06-08 · posted 2026-05-29 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · Ref: IOSH02Quick Quote - Provisions for IOSH Working Safely CertificateDepartment of Infrastructure (TSY): Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide Provisions for IOSH Working Safely Certificate to Shared Fleet Services to be carried out between July 2026 and Sept 2026. IOSH Working Safely Certificate. Working Safely stands apart… Deadline: 2026-06-08.Open tender record →new · closes 2026-06-08 · posted 2026-05-29 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · Ref IOSH01Quick Quote- Provisions for IOSH Managing Safely Certificate Level 2Department of Infrastructure (TSY): Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide Provisions for IOSH Managing Safely Certificate Level 2 to Shared Fleet Services to be carried out between Aug 2026 and Sept 2026. DOI Fleet Service - Provisions for IOSH Managing… Deadline: 2026-06-08.Open tender record →new · closes 2026-06-11 · posted 2026-05-29 · Cabinet Office · GTS-1249QUICK QUOTE for Consultancy ServicesCabinet Office: Government Transformation Services (GTS), a Division of the Cabinet Office, seek a company to provide Consultancy Services who can prepare a Strategic Advisory and Business Case Development services, to assist with ICT Asset Management and Lifecycle planning… Deadline: 2026-06-11.Open tender record →new · closes 2026-06-12 · posted 2026-05-28 · Department of Education, Sport & Culture (TSY) · DESC/2026/001Ticketing and Integrated Software System for Villa GaietyDepartment of Education, Sport & Culture (TSY): Ticketing and Integrated Software System for Villa Gaiety - DESC/2026/001 The Isle of Man Government invites expressions of interest from suitably experienced ticket system operators within the arts and culture industry to provide a cloud based ticketing and… Deadline: 2026-06-12.Open tender record →new · closes 2026-06-12 · posted 2026-05-18 · Department for Enterprise (TSY) · DFE.2026.007Prior Information Notice - First Response Fire-Fighting and First AidDepartment for Enterprise (TSY) is testing market interest for first-response fire-fighting and first-aid cover. Deadline: 2026-06-12.Open tender record →
Source: Isle of Man Government In-Tendhttps://in-tendhost.co.uk/iomg/aspx/Tenders/Current
Source watch · useful Island sites
Source watch in plain English
The official and high-value Island pages most likely to affect readers: public services, travel, heritage, business, TT and transport, translated into what to check and why it matters.
pabc.gov.imPlanning applications and weekly listsPlanning: new applications, weekly lists and decisions that can affect streets, neighbours and local businesses.Check latest →gov.imGovernment consultationsConsultations: open government questions where residents and organisations can still respond before policy is settled.Check latest →gov.imUpcoming roadworks and road eventsRoads: upcoming closures, works and event traffic changes before they disrupt a journey.Check latest →gov.imVisitor immigration and entry rulesVisitor travel: entry, arrival, routes and trip-planning pages people need before booking or travelling.Check latest →services.gov.imGovernment online servicesPublic records: government service pages where readers can search forms, services and FOI responses.Check latest →services.gov.imFreedom of Information searchPublic records: government service pages where readers can search forms, services and FOI responses.Check latest →services.gov.imJobCentre vacanciesJobs: fresh vacancies and local opportunities posted through the government service.Check latest →courts.imCourts listings and judgmentsCourts: public listings and judgments worth checking for justice and civic updates.Check latest →visitisleofman.comVisit Isle of Man travel trade hubVisitor travel: entry, arrival, routes and trip-planning pages people need before booking or travelling.Check latest →visitisleofman.comElectronic travel authorisationsVisitor travel: entry, arrival, routes and trip-planning pages people need before booking or travelling.Check latest →visitisleofman.comGetting hereVisitor travel: entry, arrival, routes and trip-planning pages people need before booking or travelling.Check latest →visitisleofman.comGetting aroundVisitor travel: entry, arrival, routes and trip-planning pages people need before booking or travelling.Check latest →
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Resident Links · official
Useful official links residents shouldn’t have to hunt for
High-use official pages for planning, consultations, benefits, costs, housing, work, travel, health and Island Plan updates.
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Benefits and financial support hub
The main official starting point for benefits, pensions, grants, legal aid, employment support and disability support.
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Benefit Information Guide
A plain guide to social security benefits and allowances available through the Isle of Man Treasury.
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Grants and loans
Official links for exceptional-needs grants, budgeting loans, student awards and vocational-training help.
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Exceptional Needs Grants and Budgeting Loans
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Amazon Picks · 3 Isle of Man searches
Three Island Amazon finds
Rotating Isle of Man and Manx book/product searches.
Island Amazon pick 1
Celtic folklore Welsh and Manx book
Folklore, fairies and Island legends.
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Isle of Man railways book
Railway heritage reading for Island transport fans.
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Isle of Man railway book
Steam railway and transport heritage picks.
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Focklyn y Laa · Manx of the Day
Çhengey
Language
In a sentenceThe heart of the Manx revival. Daily note 06-02: use it when the Island story gives you the chance.
Raa y Laa · Proverb of the day
From the Manx oral tradition
"Lhig da shen nagh vel lhiat."
"Leave alone what is not yours." — A small-island rule of peace. Daily reflection 06-02: read it against today’s Island weather, news and neighbourly patience.
Did You Know · Manx trivia
A small Manx fact
Snaefell: The Mountain Railway climbs to the Island’s highest point. It is useful context when today’s news touches place, planning or public services.
This Day in Manx History
On or near 2 June · Through the years
1907
The first TT race held over a Mountain Course-style circuit (the original "St John's Course").
Today · Outlook
The shape of the day ahead
Overcast, 13°C (55°F), wind 7 mph. Highs of 18°C. Check A18 Mountain Road status before travelling.
Slane lhiat
Until tomorrow morning — moghrey mie eu.
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