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BBC Isle of Man
11:01
Treasury Minister Chris Thomas's budget sees the tax-free allowance rise by £2,250 to £17,000.
BBC Isle of Man · 11:01 GMT
06:21
Raymond Gawne was appointed as Arbory's Captain of the Parish in 1998.
BBC Isle of Man · 06:21 GMT
06:21
In 2025, the operator recorded more than 680,000 passengers, up from about 625,000 the previous year.
BBC Isle of Man · 06:21 GMT
17:14
The warning will come into force at 20:00 GMT on Monday until 16:00 on Tuesday.
BBC Isle of Man · 16 Feb
15:54
The treasury minister prepares to deliver a budget with a "significant rise" in personal allowances.
BBC Isle of Man · 16 Feb
11:40
Waterloo Road and Albert Road have shut until 27 February for exploratory water mains works.
BBC Isle of Man · 16 Feb
06:14
Manx Wildlife Trust has submitted plans to create wetlands on agricultural land in Patrick.
BBC Isle of Man · 16 Feb
06:13
Four replacement flues are to be fitted at the top of the Peel plant after storm damage last year.
BBC Isle of Man · 16 Feb
Manx Radio
15:48
Tuesday night Heysham crossings called off
Manx Radio · 15:48 GMT
13:45
Haywood fears personal allowance changes will create 'permanent hole' in government revenue
Manx Radio · 13:45 GMT
13:20
DHA minister welcomes additional £6m to keep Island 'safe and secure'
Manx Radio · 13:20 GMT
13:00
Treasury says focus is on maintenance
Manx Radio · 13:00 GMT
12:42
Road traffic collision left individual needing hospital treatment
Manx Radio · 12:42 GMT
12:00
£412 million to fund services over next year
Manx Radio · 12:00 GMT
11:50
Work to be carried out in preparation for Island Games
Manx Radio · 11:50 GMT
11:45
Chief minister says future funding may need to be looked at
Manx Radio · 11:45 GMT
11:30
But Treasury using £126 million to balance the Budget this year
Manx Radio · 11:30 GMT
11:30
Drive for greater efficiency continues
Manx Radio · 11:30 GMT
11:15
Treasury also increasing most other benefits
Manx Radio · 11:15 GMT
10:45
But concerns Manx Care spend could outstrip allocated funding
Manx Radio · 10:45 GMT
10:30
Taxpayers could be almost £500 a year better off
Manx Radio · 10:30 GMT
10:30
Chris Thomas unveils financial outlook for year ahead
Manx Radio · 10:30 GMT
09:40
Chris Thomas delivers major speech setting out government spending, after only a month in the job
Manx Radio · 09:40 GMT
06:40
It was one of the issues discussed at its public meeting last night
Manx Radio · 06:40 GMT
06:34
It's already known personal allowances will be going up
Manx Radio · 06:34 GMT
06:29
Frequency of closures reportedly affecting businesses in the north
Manx Radio · 06:29 GMT
06:27
Tynwald question time will follow annual Budget debate
Manx Radio · 06:27 GMT
06:22
It's as government published a document designed to improve understanding and awareness of public spaces,
Manx Radio · 06:22 GMT
06:20
Charlie William Marshall is hoping to handover £1,000 to the charity at the end of March
Manx Radio · 06:20 GMT
02:30
Callister questions whether financial plan will 'genuinely' help those struggling
Manx Radio · 02:30 GMT
17:47
150th anniversary year intensifies pressure over unfinished Douglas promenade extension
Manx Radio · 16 Feb
16:38
Met Office says higher ground to be most likely effected
Manx Radio · 16 Feb
16:12
Incident on Parliament Street saw area closed
Manx Radio · 16 Feb
14:29
Former treasury minister hails importance of face to face talks
Manx Radio · 16 Feb
13:07
Canada Life gives extra time off for employees
Manx Radio · 16 Feb
13:07
Team recognised at prestigious event for further education
Manx Radio · 16 Feb
11:48
Police dealing with an incident in the north
Manx Radio · 16 Feb
06:55
Sixty-four-year-old Tony Thompson takes on transatlantic ARC rally
Manx Radio · 16 Feb
06:53
Senior officers say technical nature of the department would make it difficult
Manx Radio · 16 Feb
06:42
It just means greater care is taken with planning
Manx Radio · 16 Feb
06:36
Indian citizens waited four days in Amsterdam as IOM gov liaise with UK
Manx Radio · 16 Feb
IOM Today
15:49
Further sailings are at risk
IOM Today · 15:49 GMT
15:47
The reasons for the vacancies vary
IOM Today · 15:47 GMT
14:48
‘Value for other people’s money is what this budget is about - to provide stability and security in our public finances’
IOM Today · 14:48 GMT
13:08
‘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’
IOM Today · 13:08 GMT
13:07
Police are now appealing for witnesses to come forward
IOM Today · 13:07 GMT
12:19
Follow all the key announcements as Treasury Minister Chris Thomas delivers his first Budget in Tynwald this morning
IOM Today · 12:19 GMT
11:41
£45m health funding increase comes amid overspend concerns
IOM Today · 11:41 GMT
11:30
The Treasury Minister has described its current reserve position as ‘not healthy’
IOM Today · 11:30 GMT
11:30
The increase has been confirmed under the triple lock policy
IOM Today · 11:30 GMT
11:30
Total planned departmental expenditure reaches £1.5bn
IOM Today · 11:30 GMT
11:30
‘Mr Thomas has taken swift and decisive action to recover as much of the ground lost as possible’
IOM Today · 11:30 GMT
11:30
The increase to personal tax allowance has been described as the largest in years
IOM Today · 11:30 GMT
11:18
The occupants of the property managed to evacuate safely
IOM Today · 11:18 GMT
10:30
It includes a big rise in personal tax allowance - but £126m of reserves will be used to balance the books
IOM Today · 10:30 GMT
10:30
Rebecca’s past experience lies in helping businesses communicate with clarity and confidence.
IOM Today · 10:30 GMT
10:11
Bus Vannin has warned of delays
IOM Today · 10:11 GMT
07:45
Island farmer speaks out as research shows wellbeing in agriculture at four-year low
IOM Today · 07:45 GMT
07:30
‘She will be remembered as a devoted family woman who gave us a loving, happy home’
IOM Today · 07:30 GMT
07:00
The couple have now thanked people for ‘incredible’ support as they prepare for early birth so urgent treatment can begin
IOM Today · 07:00 GMT
06:30
We look at what to expect in today’s all-important announcements
IOM Today · 06:30 GMT
3FM
15:59
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a second weather warning today.
3FM · 15:59 GMT
15:21
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for tomorrow.
3FM · 15:21 GMT
15:05
Two Steam Packet sailings have been cancelled tonight, with another two at risk tomorrow.
3FM · 15:05 GMT
14:28
The Manx Wildlife Trust has submitted plans to create a new wetland in the west of the Island.
3FM · 14:28 GMT
12:40
Police are appealing for witnesses after a crash involving a car and a pedestrian in Ramsey.
3FM · 12:40 GMT
12:16
The Department of Infrastructure says a newly-introduced bus route has seen more than 21,500 people use it since it launched last summer.
3FM · 12:16 GMT
11:25
The Isle of Man Fire and Rescue service were called to reports of a fire in Onchan yesterday.
3FM · 11:25 GMT
10:56
All the announcements made by Treasury Minister Chris Thomas during this morning's budget.
3FM · 10:56 GMT
10:28
Treasury Minister Chris Thomas says employers' national insurance rates will be frozen cover the coming year.
3FM · 10:28 GMT
10:24
Pensioners will see more money in their pockets this year, after a rise under the triple-lock system.
3FM · 10:24 GMT
10:16
Treasury Minister Chris Thomas says most people will be £500 a year better off under new tax thresholds.
3FM · 10:16 GMT
10:09
Health services will get an extra £45 million in spending this year.
3FM · 10:09 GMT
09:34
An Island animal charity is offering dog-friendly advice this pancake day.
3FM · 09:34 GMT
08:55
A fundraising page has raised more than £21,000 for a mum-to-be who underwent emergency brain surgery.
3FM · 08:55 GMT
07:25
A man's launched an online fundraiser for the people who helped save a dog after it had to be rescued from a cliff.
3FM · 07:25 GMT
06:55
Onchan Pleasure Park is prepping for the busy season and is looking for park attendants to join the team.
3FM · 06:55 GMT
06:27
Tynwald sits this morning - with Treasury Minister Chris Thomas due to give his first budget speech.
3FM · 06:27 GMT
00:00
Four Steam Packet sailings could be at risk of being cancelled.
3FM · 00:00 GMT
17:35
The Northern Civic Amenity Site's re-use shed will be under the spotlight in Tynwald this week.
3FM · 16 Feb
15:50
Ronaldsway Met Office has put out a yellow weather warning about freezing conditions tonight.
3FM · 16 Feb
15:38
The Steam Packet Company says it carried more than 680,000 passengers on its vessels last year - up more than eight per cent on 2024's tally.
3FM · 16 Feb
14:29
A street in Castletown's centre will close to traffic next week for emergency work.
3FM · 16 Feb
13:44
A church in Onchan has applied for permission to upgrade its facilities for what it says are "evolving needs".
3FM · 16 Feb
12:54
A business in Ramsey is calling for ideas, saying a rising number of Mountain Road closures is hurting the town.
3FM · 16 Feb
12:25
The Isle of Man Creamery says they're discontinuing its 250g block of whey butter.
3FM · 16 Feb
12:06
A self-style outlaw roofer from the UK says he's hoping to open a branch of his business on the Isle of Man.
3FM · 16 Feb
10:55
A former Douglas councillor has used AI to imagine what the Summerland site would look like with supermarkets built on it.
3FM · 16 Feb
10:40
A local authority in the west of the Island is appealing for information after a fly-tipping incident at a local beauty spot.
3FM · 16 Feb
09:55
The Gambling Supervision commission says it'll meet later this year to consider renewing betting shop licences.
3FM · 16 Feb
08:19
The Isle of Man's Samantha Barks joined The Masked Singer panel on Saturday night.
3FM · 16 Feb
07:55
The Department of Health and Social Care wants your views on its pharmacies.
3FM · 16 Feb
07:25
Tynwald members will vote on whether to have October and January half-term off next month.
3FM · 16 Feb
06:55
Manx Athlete Sarah Astin has set a new Isle of Man women's marathon record at her debut in Seville.
3FM · 16 Feb
00:25
Regan Corrin has set a new Isle of Man high jump record, winning silver at the British Indoor Championships.
3FM · 16 Feb
00:00
The Department of Infrastructure says revealing how much it charges a charity to rent land in Ramsey could undermind future negotiations.
3FM · 16 Feb
18:55
A road in the south of the Island will close for nearly seven weeks.
3FM · 15 Feb
16:55
One of Peel's biggest events is looking for volunteers to help organise it.
3FM · 15 Feb
Manx.news
16:00
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued an amber warning for coastal overtopping tomorrow #isleofman The post Amber Warning Issued appeared first on Manx.News .
Manx.news · 16:00 GMT
15:54
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...
Manx.news · 15:54 GMT
15:52
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 appr...
Manx.news · 15:52 GMT
15:33
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 itse...
Manx.news · 15:33 GMT
15:30
'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.'...
Manx.news · 15:30 GMT
15:20
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 #is...
Manx.news · 15:20 GMT
15:12
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...
Manx.news · 15:12 GMT
14:40
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 o...
Manx.news · 14:40 GMT
14:25
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 ...
Manx.news · 14:25 GMT
14:15
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.N...
Manx.news · 14:15 GMT
Gov.im
15:41
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 ...
Gov.im · 15:41 GMT
10:38
Mr President, Honourable Members, It is a privilege to stand in this Honourable Court today to present to the people we represent the 2026 Isle of Man Budget and five-year financial plan, a budget ...
Gov.im · 10:38 GMT
10:37
Government revenue spending for 2026/27 is budgeted at £1.47 billion, representing £18,280 for every person on the Island. An extra £45m in additional funding will be available to the Department of...
Gov.im · 10:37 GMT
10:36
Treasury Minister Chris Thomas MHK emphasised financial discipline and investment in services alongside a substantial rise in the personal allowance while unveiling his first Budget in Tynwald this...
Gov.im · 10:36 GMT