Isle of Man News from Friday, January 16th, 2026

Person dies following road traffic collision at Hillberry

Police provide update after incident closed roads in the area
Contractors to start installing 20mph signs in Douglas and Onchan

Infrastructure Minister confirms work will start next week
Accessible bus stops rolled out across Bus Vannin network

Department of Infrastructure says upgrades will make travel easier for wheelchair and mobility scooter users
Road closures in place following incident in Hillberry area

Police response ongoing with Little Mill Road, Cronk-ny-Mona and Creg Ny Baa affected
Woman's 'resilience and courage' praised after rapist jailed

A woman who was raped in a sustained and "extremely harrowing" attack on the Isle of Man has been praised by police for her bravery following the jailing of her attacker.
'A number of' bladed items handed in as part of police amnesty

Offices say it's to improve public safety, not to target people
Confusion over cause of issues for IOM residents selling on Vinted

Manx users say they've not been able to use site for around a month
Price of cod on par with sirloin steak, says chippy owner

Onchan chip shop speaks out on the cost of much-loved whitefish
Peel Commissioners first to announce rate increases

Its general rate will be raised to 275 pence in the pound
Break the Blue Monday taboo with Brew Monday

Isle of Man Samaritans wants to break the myth around 'the most depressing day of the year'