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IoM to learn more about 2029 Island Games bid this month

Inspectors to evaluate venues and infrastructure

The Isle of Man will learn more about its bid to host the 2029 Island Games later this month.

That's according to the Education, Sport & Culture Minister, after the Island officially launched its case to hold the games in six years' time during this year's event in Guernsey in July.

Inspectors from the International Island Games Association (IIGA) will visit Manx shores this month to look at venues and infrastructure with a decision on the bid expected in 2024.

Speaking on Manx Radio's Mannin Line this week, Julie Edge is optimistic about the Isle of Man's chances of securing the games:

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