Chief Minister Our primary objective has been, and will continue to be, the preservation of life. I have told you that we would take decisions based on: Advice from our clinical and public health professionals The evolving situation on the Island The best interests of the Island. The situation is changing fast. Not just on…
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bus vannin continues to review its timetable in light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. From tomorrow, Thursday 26 March, the same Winter Sunday Service will be in operation as today with some added Saturday Services, as detailed on www.bus.im. Due to zero demand the reduced school bus service provided today for children of key workers will no…
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Social Security counter services at Markwell House in Douglas and Ramsey Town Hall have been closed until further notice. Most visits to the counter are by people submitting claims to benefits, and this can be done by post: Social Security Offices,Markwell House,Market Street,Douglas,IM1 2RZ or by using the Markwell House letter box. Customers seeking information or…
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The Isle of Man Government has issued a new Covid-19 website which clearly provides: relevant news issued by the IOM Government latest updates and travel advice Latest updates on scoial distancing and self isolgation Information about Coronavirus and the economic support available from the governmen Get this page onto your shortcuts – this should be…
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In response to the coronavirus pandemic and restrictions on movement, the Isle of Man Government is reminding people who receive state pensions or benefits at a post office using a MiCard that they can be paid directly into their bank account instead. This facility has been extended and is now available for all benefit types.…
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The Income Tax Division’s public counter on the second floor of Government Office has been closed until further notice. The team is committed to protecting the welfare of customers and staff during the coronavirus pandemic at the same time as maintaining a high standard of service. Staff are still available to assist with calls during normal…
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Changes have been made to the way Family Planning Services are offered to the public during the coronavirus outbreak. For the time being, face-to-face appointments are being replaced with phone consultations, to protect clients and staff and ensure no one misses out on advice or access to contraceptives because they are staying at home. Staff…
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Mr President, I am grateful to you, Mr President, for the opportunity to make a brief statement about the situation regarding COVID-19. These are troubling and challenging times. I know that there is worry in our community. There is fear. You will know that I often turn to quotes from the past in my speeches…
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Thank you Mr President Amidst concern by our community evidenced by what I can only describe as panic buying of food and various products, including toilet rolls, I thought to reassure honourable members and our community that there is a good supply of food, both imported and local, as well as other products though it…
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St John Ambulance to offer a prescription delivery service for Isle of Man residents St John Ambulance, Isle of Man has announced it is to work with pharmacists Island-wide, to provide a new prescription delivery service for those in need, as a result of the recent measures put in place, in relation to Coronavirus (Covid-19).…
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