Plans to create 'rural employment zone' could support MU grid

        June 4, 2026

Plans to create 'rural employment zone' could support MU grid

Moghrey Mie — Thursday, 4 June 2026
Public meeting on renewable energy project taking place in Andreas Plus: Wats declares for Arbory, Castletown and Malew
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Plans to create 'rural employment zone' could support MU grid
• Public meeting on renewable energy project taking place in Andreas.
• Proposals for a project that would generate renewable energy in the north of the Island could support Manx Utilities’ grid.
• That’s the view of those behind the scheme which claim it will generate 27MW at peak production and create 10 operational jobs.
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The local news that matters this morning
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3FM · Politics16:10
Wats declares for Arbory, Castletown and Malew
• Another candidate has declared they'll stand in the general election for Arbory, Castletown and Malew.
• Jeroen Wats says he’ll focus on supporting a strong local economy and affordable sustainable energy for the future.
• The Castletown resident is the founder of ExoTechnologies, a company which deals in eco-friendly materials.
3FM · Health15:24
Commissioners appeal for PJs for sick children
• Could you donate pyjamas to youngsters in hospital?
• Ramsey Town Commissioners have launched an appeal for new PJs to help bring comfort and smiles to patients in the children’s ward at Noble’s Hospital.
• The board says it’s looking for brand new clothing in all children’s sizes from newborn to 18 years, including boys, girls’ and neutral designs.
IoM Today · Law17:02
Isle of Man TT 2026: Man was caught speeding three times in one day
• Police said he hit 80mph in a 50mph zone on one occasion.
• The Isle of Man Constabulary said the man appeared in court on Wednesday after being stopped for speeding on three separate occasions, with officers arresting him following the third incident.
• The case has prompted the police to issue a fresh warning to residents and visitors, reminding them that repeated speeding offences can result in arrest and a court appearance.
Manx Radio · Island News06:18
Island resident raising awareness of mental challenges after medical diagnoses
• Dan Williams to swim 3,000 lengths in June for charity.
• An Isle of Man resident is raising awareness of the mental challenges after hearing life threatening news.
• Dan Williams who has sudden death syndrome is taking on a challenge for Craig’s Heartstrong Foundation and Isle Listen by swimming 3,000 lengths at the NSC.
Manx Radio · Island News06:14
Royal Navy sailors delighted to be on Island for TT
• HMS Middleton visits Manx shores.
• The captain of a Royal Navy warship which has been based in Manx waters this week has told Manx Radio his crew were delighted to witness the TT.
• HMS Middleton was docked in Douglas Harbour until yesterday (2 June); the hunt class mine countermeasures vessel had previously been in Bahrain.
3FM · Island News07:09
OK, so you're Brad Pitt? That DID impress us much!
• Fans have been sharing their moments meeting Hollywood royalty - after Brad Pitt arrived on the Island yesterday.
• The star’s production company is one of those behind the TT move Isle of Man starring Channing Tatum.
• The Fight Club superstar spent some time at the TT grandstand yesterday before watching racing from the bottom of Bray Hill and meeting stars like John McGuinness and Michael Dunlop.
IoM Today · Sport16:33
Ellan Vannin Gymnastics Club shines at British Finals
• The septet qualified at the island grades in March and were against top gymnasts from the UK.
IoM Today · Island News11:45
New study finds Isle of Man enjoys exceptionally clean air
• This report demonstrates the importance of effective monitoring.
• The Isle of Man Government’s Air Quality Monitoring Report 2026 examined nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide levels at 63 locations around the island between October 2023 and October 2025.
• The monitoring programme, carried out by the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (DEFA), focused primarily on sites near schools and formed part of the environmental commitments set out in the Island Plan.
IoM Today (Sport) · Sport11:05
Isle of Man junior golfer secures place in final of the Faldo Futures Series
• Hamish finished second in the regional final in Kendal.
• In the boys’ 9–10 age group, Hamish finished second in the regional final at Carus Green in Kendal, two shots behind the winner, to secure his place in the final.
• Several island players also competed across the age groups in the regional finals.
IoM Today · Island News17:07
Major £1.4m plans to transform part of promenade put on hold
• The council is worried there are no plans to extend the sea wall.
• In July last year, Douglas City Council received planning approval for its £1.4m Marine Gardens renovation scheme.
• The local authority’s project would include a new children’s play area with inclusive equipment and an urban sports’ area, alongside additional seating.
Manx Radio · Sport16:48
New TT schedule prioritises Senior Race
• Likelihood of racing on Thursday "low".
• A revised race programme has been confirmed for the remainder of the 2026 Isle of Man TT, designed to make the best use of the available weather windows.
• With more unsettled weather forecast over the coming days, and the likelihood of any racing tomorrow "low", organisers say they’re prioritising the delivery of the Senior TT.
Manx Radio · Island News14:34
Sidecars excluded from Southern 100
• Temporary pause’ to safeguard long-term future of category.
• Southern 100 Road Races has confirmed sidecars will be excluded from this year’s event.
• It follows a comprehensive consultation process’ after they were also pulled from the 2026 TT Races.
Manx Radio · Law15:43
No reports of spiked drinks so far this TT say police
• But officers issue advice on how to stay safe.
• Police say they’ve not had any reports of any drinks being spiked so far this TT.
• It’s after a social media post urged people to be careful about the potential risks.
Manx Radio · Island News13:46
TT Fan Park to reopen
• Ground conditions improve after contractor delivers woodchips.
• Despite closing the TT Fan Park earlier today due to poor ground conditions, organisers will now reopen the site at 3pm.
• In an update they say the weather has improved and a contractor has been working on measures to improve access and ground conditions.
Manx Radio · Law11:48
No further police action following "burnout" outside Douglas bar
• Officers say all parties involved have taken responsibility for their part in the incident.
• Police say they are not taking any further action after a motorbike rider was pictured performing a burnout outside a bar in Douglas.
• Officers say they were notified and made enquiries into the matter, and that all parties involved have taken responsibility for their part in the incident.
Manx Radio · Transport11:21
Northern Irish visitor fined after flouting one-way system on Mountain Road
• 36-year-old turned around near Bungalow after losing friends.
• A visitor from Northern Ireland has been fined £500 after being caught riding the wrong way on the Mountain Road.
• Jordan Wallace, from Ballyclare, appeared at Douglas Courthouse yesterday (2 June) from custody where he pleaded guilty to failing to conform to a traffic direction.
Manx Radio · Island News06:21
Cabinet Office says 'no restrictions' on candidates standing for multiple local authorities
• Confirmation comes after Douglas Councillor joins Ramsey Commissioners.
• The Cabinet Office says there are ’no restrictions’ on people wanting to be a member of multiple local authorities.
• It comes after Douglas Councillor Arwid Hall joined Ramsey Commissioners in an uncontested by-election at the end of May.
Manx Radio · Sport06:50
Scattered showers could be heavy and widespread this afternoon
• Forecaster warns conditions may not be favourable for racing later.
• Roads around the TT course won’t be closing before midday today, but Ronaldsway Met Office is warning there could be widespread and heavy showers later in the day.
• The Clerk of the Course ruled out morning racing due to the poor forecast conditions.
Manx Radio · Sport06:22
TT marshals urged to sign up early for contingency sessions
• Poor weather making it likely Sunday's will be needed for racing.
• Yesterday’s (2 June) racing schedule faced a number of delays because of bad weather; tomorrow and Thursday’s forecasts are also looking poor.
• Clerk of the TT Course Gary Thompson has already said it’s likely there’ll have to be racing on Sunday to make up for it.
Manx Radio · Island News07:46
Peel Coastguard assists yacht passenger
• The call was made just before midnight.
• The Peel Coastguard Rescue Team assisted a visiting yacht passenger after they’d slipped and fallen overboard last night (2 June).
• Upon arrival, the team assisted by placing the person on a main pontoon and delivering casualty care before transferring them to the ambulance service at the boat park.
Manx Radio · Island News08:06
TT newcomer taken to Noble's after coming off at Kerrowmoar
• Gary McCoy involved in incident in Supersport race.
• A TT newcomer was taken to hospital following an incident in yesterday’s Supersport race.
• Gary McCoy’s team confirmed in a post on social media that the rider had an off at Kerrowmoar on the third lap of the race.
3FM · Weather15:35
Temperatures struggled to hit 15°C in May
• Weather for May was split down the middle, according to the Met Office's latest report.
• There was a cool dry start which gave way to warmer weather later in the month.
• Daytime temperatures struggled to reach 15 degrees Celsius for much of May, with several cold nights and three ground frosts recorded.
3FM · Island News14:25
WATCH: Ramsey cat's near miss on claws-ed roads!
• A cat in Ramsey is down to eight lives - after defying an oncoming rider in practice week.
• French TT fan Quentin Kit posted a video to Facebook of a black cat ignoring the practice session at May Hill.
• It crosses the course completely oblivious to a competitor blasting past at speed just inches away.
3FM · Island News13:34
Ramsey cafe "blown away" by community response after leak
• A café in Ramsey has thanked the community for rallying round after a flood earlier.
• Laffin Caf&eacute; on Parliament Square took to Facebook earlier today appeal for help after springing a leak.
• And following its post, it says its been overwhelmed with offers of sandbags, dehumidifiers and other equipment.
3FM · Island News11:15
Poor parking blocks binmen
• Onchan commissioners say binmen will try to empty the district's bins tomorrow, after inconsiderate parking meant they couldn't complete rounds today.
• On Facebook, the local authority says the bin wagon couldn’t make it around Nursery Avenue.
• The board posted photos showing vehicles blocking the HGV.
3FM · Politics09:57
Government House to host Pride celebration
• Isle of Pride says it'll host a picnic in the Lieutenant Governor's garden this summer.
• After its plans to hold a huge event in Onchan fell through, the organisation says it’s planning a week of events starting on Saturday, July 25.
• They’ll culminate with a family-friendly Pride Picnic in the grounds of Government House in Onchan from midday on Saturday, August 1.
3FM · Island News09:08
Online fundraiser for injured sidecar driver hits £5,000
• An online fundraiser has been launched for a sidecar competitor who was injured during qualifying.
• Shaun Parker and Maria Costello were hurt when they came off at Brandish last Tuesday.
• A GoFundMe page for Shaun, who’s still in hospital in Liverpool, was set up to help his family as he recovers.
3FM · Island News08:20
TT limited-edition BMW bike could be yours... for £44,000!
• BMW has produced a special motorbike to mark the 115th TT - but you might need to sweet-talk your bank manager to get one!
• The company’s made only 115 of the BMW M 1000 RR Isle of Man TT Edition to celebrate the racing, and just five will be available in the UK.
• The special edition comes complete with TT livery in racing green.
3FM · Law07:45
178 speeding tickets doled out during TT
• Police say they've issued 178 speeding tickets so far this TT.
• In an update, officers say four people have been arrested after being clocked doing more than twice the limit.
• The Roads Policing Unit alone says it’s made 25 arrests so far during the festival period.
IoM Today · Island News14:00
Heated argument lands woman with £400 bill after public complaint
• Officers were called after reports of aggressive behaviour.
• Chantelle Taggart appeared before magistrates, admitting the offence, and was also ordered to pay £125 prosecution costs.
• The court heard that police were called to Douglas Street, outside the old Post Office, on April 23, by a member of the public, who reported a drunk person being aggressive and pushing someone.
IoM Today · Weather13:33
Woman agrees to restraining order after charges withdrawn
• The order prohibits her from contacting two named females for 12 months.
• Kimberley Alice Parker was initially charged with two counts of sending an offensive, indecent, obscene, or menacing message via a telecommunications network.
• The offences were alleged to have been committed on March 31 and April 1.
IoM Today · Law13:08
Woman admits cocaine-driving offence after changing plea
• Court hears blood sample was almost five times the legal limit.
• Lisa Maria Harrison, of Newtown Estate, Santon, was stopped by police on September 7, while driving Renault Megane.
• A drug test proved positive for cocaine, and a blood sample was taken, which later produced a result of 240 for benzoylecgonine, above the legal limit of 50.
IoM Today · Sport12:38
Football: Paul Henry Gold Cup will take place after TT
• The semi-finals are scheduled for next week.
• There had been a question mark as to whether the end-of-season cup comp between the second-tier’s top four would take place with final league games of the season only being squeezed in the Saturday before TT fortnight.
• However, the draw has now been made for the Gold Cup’s semis, pitching champions Colby against southern rivals Castletown and promoted RYCOB against Marown.
IoM Today · Sport11:49
Women's football: Draw made for Cherry Godfey Cup
• The competition takes place in Guernsey later this month.
• The Isle of Man, who are the defending champions of the trophy, will go up against hosts Guernsey.
• It will be the second time this competition has taken place, with the Manx side having previously secured the inaugural title back in 2024 after defeating Jersey in a penalty shoot-out following a goal-less final.
IoM Today · Sport11:25
Mum to take part in emotional Parish Walk in memory of 'kind and smart' daughter
• Caroline said her world fell apart’ when she lost 13-year-old Emily to suicide.
• Caroline Kelly says her world fell apart’ after losing Emily, a Year 9 pupil at Ballakermeen High School, to suicide at the age of just 13 in October 2025.
• Now Caroline will take part in this year’s Parish Walk to raise awareness of mental health and collect funds for charities across the island that support people who are struggling.
IoM Today · Culture14:31
Pictures as Bushy’s TT Village comes alive for Isle of Man TT 2026
• The event is now in its 29th year.
• Bushy’s has been a fixture of the Isle of Man’s social scene since 1984, when brother and sister Martin and Nicky Brunschweiler took over Zhivago’s Bar on Victoria Street in Douglas and established what would become one of the island’s most recognisable brands.
• Over the past four decades, Bushy’s has grown from a popular local pub into a much-loved institution, attracting residents and visitors from around the world.
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Weather check: Overcast; 12°C this morning; high 15°C / low 11°C; winds around 18 mph. Check A18 Mountain Road status before travelling.
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1.12m
14:49
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5.65m
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1.8m
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Tynwald in plain English
Next up:House of Keys + Legislative Council — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 · 10.00am. 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 agendaNHS reform is due back before members.
Entity registration checks are due to be debated.
Rating and Valuation (Amendment) bill
Dr Haywood) Amendments Rating and Valuation (Amendment) bill
Dr Haywood) Page ii c Rating and Valuation (Amendment) bill
amendments are in the attached list. PP 2026/0107 Motion
Read the order paper →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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FOI · 25 recent requests
Recent FOI requests
Recent published FOI responses, with the ask, authority and outcome.
2 Jun · case 5573993TT/MGP Therapy service• Asked: I am requesting information relating to the funding and financial arrangements for the…
• Authority: Department for Enterprise
• Outcome: Information not held (3 Jun)
• Readable document: Response (not held).pdf
Open readable PDF →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 →
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 2026-06-04 · 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 →deadline · closes 2026-06-05 · Manx Utilities Authority · QQ2026/24Quick Quote - NDT Testing of Raw Water MainsManx Utilities Authority: Manx Utilities are looking for NDT testing on two reservoirs’ raw water mains from a suitably experienced and competent Supplier as a one off Deadline: 2026-06-05.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-05 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · DOI.2026.022Quick Quote - Runway Performance and Aircraft Operations Analysis Scope of ServicesDepartment of Infrastructure (TSY): Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide Runway Performance and Aircraft Operations Analysis Scope of Services to The Department of Infrastructure. Isle of Man Airport is seeking quotations from suitably qualified aviation… Deadline: 2026-06-05.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-05 · Manx Utilities Authority · QQ2026/23Quick Quote - Survey of Draw-Off PointsManx Utilities Authority: Manx Utilities are looking to for surveys to be completed of two reservoirs draw off points from a suitably experienced and competent Deadline: 2026-06-05.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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Amazon Picks · 3 Isle of Man searches
Three Island Amazon finds
Rotating Isle of Man and Manx book/product searches.
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Manx language book
Books and learning materials for a bit of Gaelg.
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Celtic Folklore Welsh Manx book
Manx folklore and Celtic story collections.
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Focklyn y Laa · Manx of the Day
Aalin
Beautiful
In a sentenceFor the view from almost anywhere. Daily note 06-04: use it when the Island story gives you the chance.
Raa y Laa · Proverb of the day
From the Manx oral tradition
"Eshyn nagh jean traie, cha jean eh lhieeney."
"Who will not ebb will not flow." — You must give before you can receive. Daily reflection 06-04: read it against today’s Island weather, news and neighbourly patience.
Did You Know · Manx trivia
A small Manx fact
Maughold: The churchyard holds one of the richest collections of Manx crosses. It is useful context when today’s news touches place, planning or public services.
This Day in Manx History
On this day · 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, 12°C (53°F), wind 18 mph. Highs of 15°C. Check A18 Mountain Road status before travelling.
Slane lhiat
Until tomorrow morning — moghrey mie eu.
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