Isle of Man News from Tuesday, September 29th, 2026

Packet's abandoned parking plan

A former MHK advised against parking Manxman near ferry terminal
Amber warning for coastal overtopping and inner harbour flooding overnight

It's due to start at 00.30am until 3.30am on Wednesday (30 September)
Free Pokémon event for parents

Advice for adults about how to keep kids safe
Inquest opens following death at prison

Taylor Jake Murphy died while being held on remand
Party politics fails to find favour with Manx public

But Transform Isle of Man says 'the fight goes on'
Paul Weatherall takes over as Liberal Vannin leader

Ballaugh Commissioner replaces former Ramsey MHK Lawrie Hooper
Concern as online access to digital newspaper archive to cease

MNH 'yet to identify' solution to costly problem
Yellow weather warning for coastal overtopping at lunchtime

Waves and debris could hit Island's coastal routes
Much swearing in the House of Keys today

Newly-elected members to take oath of office
Steam Packet's concern over harbour silt

Ministers say it would be premature to draw conclusions
Last coffee morning 'emotional' for Ballafesson Hall committee

Church will put the building up for sale on 1 October