Afternoon Edition
17 February 2026 · 16:00
Government & Politics15:54
Minister Defends Budget Decisions
David Ashford has defended the government's budget before Tynwald, rejecting claims that a rise in personal allowances will create a long-term structural hole in public finances #isleofman The post Minister Defends Budget Decisions appeared f...
15:52
Barber Defends Targeted DEFA Funding as Pressure Grows
The DEFA Minister said her department had deliberately limited its bids, reflecting the financial pressures facing government, and had even explored reducing or withdrawing some services where appropriate. #isleofman The post Barber Defends Target...
15:33
‘This Budget Puts Money Back in People’s Pockets’
Ms Lord‑Brennan said members could legitimately support increasing personal allowances while still recognising the island’s structural deficit, noting that the Economic Policy Review Committee itself had recommended such a change to ensure people ...
15:30
Passing the Bill to Future Generations
'The fact is, it is the biggest election giveaway budget possible, and is going to leave future administrations and future generations paying for it into the future, long into the future.' #isleofman The post Passing the Bill to Future G...
15:20
We’re Spending in the Wrong Places
Joney Faragher has criticised Treasury’s decision to increase the personal allowance by £2,250, describing the move as a permanent structural cost that will do little to help the lowest earners #isleofman The post We’re Spending in the Wrong Place...
15:12
Wannenburgh Warns Budget ‘Puts Votes Before the Future’
Douglas North MHK John Wannenburgh has said he will not support the 2026 Budget, arguing it prioritises short‑term political gain over long‑term financial stability. #isleofman The post Wannenburgh Warns Budget ‘Puts Votes Before the Future’ appea...
14:48
Isle of Man Budget 2026: Every word of new Treasury Minister's first Budget speech to Tynwald
‘Value for other people’s money is what this budget is about - to provide stability and security in our public finances’
14:40
Election Year Giveaway
Rob Mercer MLC has warned against using the island’s reserves to fund what he describes as an “unfunded tax giveaway in an election year” #isleofman The post Election Year Giveaway appeared first on Manx.News .
14:25
MHK: We’re Improving Capital Projects Management
An MHK has outlined improvements to the way the government approves and delivers capital projects, highlighting a new system designed to avoid the time and cost overruns of the past #isleofman The post MHK: We’re Improving Capital Projects Managem...
13:20
Prison under 'huge strain' as overcrowding issues continue
DHA minister welcomes additional £6m to keep Island 'safe and secure'
12:19
11:30
Budget 2026: Government wants to reduce reliance on reserves
But Treasury using £126 million to balance the Budget this year
10:16
Income tax threshold rise 'will boost disposable income'
Treasury Minister Chris Thomas says most people will be £500 a year better off under new tax thresholds.
Transport & Infrastructure16:00
15:49
15:21
Met Office issues amber overtopping warning
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for tomorrow.
15:05
Two ferry sailings cancelled, two more at risk
Two Steam Packet sailings have been cancelled tonight, with another two at risk tomorrow.
14:15
Pedestrian Involved in Ramsey RTC
Police are appealing for witnesses following a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a car and a pedestrian. #isleofman The post Pedestrian Involved in Ramsey RTC appeared first on Manx.News .
13:45
Former infrastructure minister won't be supporting 'reckless' Budget
Haywood fears personal allowance changes will create 'permanent hole' in government revenue
13:00
Budget 2026: ‘Modest’ capital programme will improve critical infrastructure
Treasury says focus is on maintenance
12:42
Witnesses called for Parliament Street incident involving pedestrian
Road traffic collision left individual needing hospital treatment
12:16
Over 21,500 passengers have used the number 8 bus
The Department of Infrastructure says a newly-introduced bus route has seen more than 21,500 people use it since it launched last summer.
10:11
Travel disruption following early morning crash near Fairy Bridge
Bus Vannin has warned of delays
Community & Culture15:47
Four Isle of Man local authorities operating without permanent clerk
The reasons for the vacancies vary
15:41
New Ambulance Service Role Builds an Island of Lifesavers with Manx Heart Foundation
The Isle of Man Ambulance Service is launching recruitment to a new, community-focused role made possible through generous support provided by the Manx Heart Foundation. Thanks to the Foundation’s funding, a 22-month long Community Engagement Lead...
13:08
Isle of Man Budget 2026: Progress on new high school likely to stall
‘We've got bridges, harbours and airfields, and work needs to be done to maintain those too - that's all an important part of the capital expenditure’
13:07
Pedestrian receives medical treatment after vehicle collision
Police are now appealing for witnesses to come forward
12:40
Police looking for witnesses after collision in Ramsey
Police are appealing for witnesses after a crash involving a car and a pedestrian in Ramsey.
Sport15:48
Sailings cancelled due to forecast adverse weather
Tuesday night Heysham crossings called off
Environment & Agriculture14:28
Plans unveiled for new Patrick wetland
The Manx Wildlife Trust has submitted plans to create a new wetland in the west of the Island.
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