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  • Access to Cash Survey

    As part of our commitment to responding to the Access to Cash Report 2022 findings , the Department for Enterprise (DfE) is seeking information through a survey in regards to how individuals make payments and more generally use cash. Responses will be collated to provide DfE with an indication of the current cash usage trends across the Island’s adult population. More
    Opened 27 July 2023

  • The Isle of Man Strategic Plan Review – Preliminary Publicity

    Cabinet Office is undertaking the ‘Preliminary Publicity’ stage signalling the start of the review process into the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 . This is in line with Paragraph 2, Schedule 1, of the Town and Country Planning Act (1999). Preliminary Publicity represents the first statutory step of the Development Plan Procedure and sets out the matters that the draft plan will deal with. The Strategic Plan provides the high-level planning policy framework for the future... More
    Opened 21 July 2023

  • Isle of Man Heritage Railways Independent Review and Economic Impact Assessment

    This consultation is about developing an understanding of who uses the heritage rail network and why, and what is considered the most important factor in their operation. More
    Opened 3 July 2023

  • Consultation on updating the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974

    The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 ('the Act') as applied to the Isle of Man by the Health and Safety at Work Order 1998 (the 1998 Order) is the primary piece of health and safety legislation on the Isle of Man. Since its introduction, the UK have made several amendments to the Act. As our application of the UK Act was 'fixed' at the point it was last applied (i.e. 1998) our applied Act has fallen out of step with the UK’s Act. This... More
    Opened 26 June 2023

  • Proposed Ramsey (Boundary Extension) Order 2023

    Ramsey Town Commissioners have made an application to the Department of Infrastructure for an Order under Section 6 of the Local Government Act 1985 seeking to extend by Order, the boundary of the town of Ramsey Town. The Order provides for the adjustment of the boundaries between the districts of Ramsey, Lezayre and Garff (Maughold Ward) so as to remove various areas from Lezayre and Garff and to include within Ramsey’s boundary. As part of the process for considering the... More
    Opened 21 June 2023

  • Public Consultation to inform the work of the Electoral Commission

    An Electoral Commission for the Isle of Man has been appointed and tasked to report to Tynwald by March 2024 about a series of matters. This includes a review of the number and boundaries of constituencies (which includes the number of seats per constituency.) In addition, the Electoral Commission is required to consider: Accessibility of elections to voters Postal and Proxy voting procedures The ability to vote in any polling station in a constituency Feasibility of one... More
    Opened 23 May 2023

  • Informing Policy to Minimise the Harms Associated with Drug Use in the Isle of Man: Public Views and Preferences

    We want to hear from members of the public and community groups, to find out more about views and opinions of what people think about issues related to illicit drug use, and the ways in which policy and practice can be developed in order to reduce harms and best support those people affected by use – whether their own, or other people’s. This follows a Tynwald resolution in December 2020 to review our strategy in addressing the harms of illegal drugs. A report was presented in June... More
    Opened 17 May 2023

  • Views sought on the removal of 1p, 2p and 5p coins from circulation and the rounding of cash transactions

    The Treasury is considering the removal of 1p, 2p and 5p coins from general circulation at a date in the future (yet to be decided). From this date these coins (and their UK equivalent denominations) would cease to be legal tender on the Isle of Man. This would mean that from the agreed date members of the public could not use the 1p, 2p and 5p coins for day to day use, and retailers and institutions would not be required to accept them for payment. At the same date from... More
    Opened 10 May 2023

  • Living Streets Scheme in Douglas Central

    The Department of Infrastructure seeks views on proposals for a ‘Living Streets’ scheme within a residential area of Douglas Central Ward, to create streets and places that are easy to move around, safe and healthy. The Department has previously received petitions from local residents, seeking the implementation of traffic calming and pedestrian safety measures in the area, including 20mph restrictions. The issues raised in the petitions are: Barriers to crossing the road... More
    Opened 24 April 2023

  • Consultation on the future use of the Sulby Claddagh

    The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculure (DEFA) is seeking the views of the public, Local Authorities and other interest groups on the future use of Sulby Claddagh. It is imperative that we find a satisfactory future management option for the Claddagh. However, with its unique status, history and geographical location, the Sulby Claddagh has potential to be enhanced and promoted for the benefit of all. An opportunity exists to ensure the Claddagh maintains and improves... More
    Opened 18 April 2023

  • Audit Working Papers Regulations 2023

    It proposes legislation under the Companies Acts of 1982 and 2006 to require predecessor auditors to share audit working papers with successor auditors. More
    Opened 21 March 2023

  • Consultation on proposals relating to Building Control approval for new buildings containing fossil fuel heating systems

    We are seeking views on proposals to refuse Building Control approval on applications for new buildings containing fossil fuel heating systems from 1 August 2023, as a way of effectively bringing forward the 1 January 2025 ban prohibiting installation of such systems. The proposal is following an action within the Climate Change Action Plan 2022 – 27, approved by Tynwald last year to “Bring forward the ban on fossil fuel heating systems in new builds to... More
    Opened 17 March 2023

  • Further reforms to the work permit system

    The Department is considering further reforms to the work permit system in line with a commitment in the Island Plan and in support of the ambitions of the Economic Strategy. The Department wishes to seek feedback on proposals to further reform work permits, in order to fully inform any final proposals brought forward. More
    Opened 15 March 2023

  • Have you changed your home energy habits?

    We'd like to know if the Small Changes Make A Big Difference (an Island-wide campaign) has encouraged you to reduce your energy consumption at home and save money on your household bills. The campaign launched in October 2022, with the aim of helping residents through the cost of living crisis by providing tips and guidance on how to reduce their energy consumption at home and also signpost to government funding schemes and help from charitable organisations. More
    Opened 24 February 2023

  • Consultation on the use of medicines and alternative non-medical therapies in chronic pain

    Manx Care would like to understand whether people experiencing long term (chronic) pain are given access to the right services to meet their needs. Your response will help inform the development of new services to better meet the needs of people living with chronic pain.  Chronic pain may begin with an injury but the pain does not resolve as expected; often it is not clear how the chronic pain started. Common types of chronic pain include lower back pain, pain related to... More
    Opened 23 January 2023

  • Secondary School Uniforms in Isle of Man Schools

    The Isle of Man Government has committed to consulting the public with a view to introducing guidance, where possible or required, to the Island’s secondary schools to inform their school uniform policies. Head teachers, together with their governing bodies, set the uniform policy and guidelines in each school. Any guidance resulting from this consultation would aim to address any potential parity issues around secondary school uniform, where possible and practicable to... More
    Opened 16 January 2023

  • Consultation on the Draft Isle of Man Fisheries Statement

    This consultation seeks views on the Draft Isle of Man Fisheries Statement, which sets out the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture’s principles, objectives, and priorities for the sustainable management of sea fisheries post-Brexit. Download the Draft Isle of Man Fisheries Statement . More
    Opened 9 January 2023

  • Consultation on the Vapour Products Bill 2023

    Vaping devices, commonly referred to as vapes or e-cigarettes, heat up a vaping liquid or gel to create a vapour that you can inhale. Vaping liquids typically contains nicotine, but may be used to deliver flavoured products or drugs such as cannabis or Spice (a synthetic drug similar to cannabis). Evidence points to vaping being considerably safer than tobacco smoking for established smokers, and vaping is presently the number one method for adult smokers to quit, or... More
    Opened 23 December 2022

  • Consultation on the Sanctions Bill 2022

    This consultation seeks your views on the Sanctions Bill 2022 (the 'Bill'), which aims to improve the legislative framework for implementing United Nations and United Kingdom sanctions regimes. Background The Isle of Man Government policy in relation to international sanctions measures is to implement such measures in line with those in force in the United Kingdom from time to time. Also, the Isle of Man, through the United Kingdom’s membership of the United Nations,... More
    Opened 16 December 2022

  • Assisted Dying - Private Members' Bill

    *The content within this consultation is provided by the Member responsible, Dr Alex Allinson MHK, and is a parliamentary matter for Members of Tynwald* Modern medicine and science continues to advance effective treatments and cures for a whole range of illnesses. Palliative care has revolutionised the way we approach terminal illnesses and death. And yet there have been consistent calls and campaigns for individuals to be allowed greater autonomy and choice when they approach the... More
    Opened 1 December 2022

  • Policy Proposals - Public Sector Payments Bill

    The Public Sector Payments Bill is a proposed piece of legislation that will replace the Payment of Members Expenses Act 1989 ('the 1989 Act'). The main aim of the new legislation is to modernise the statutory arrangements that enable the remuneration of members of various offices and bodies. This consultation seeks views on ten key policy proposal areas. More
    Opened 21 November 2022

  • Refugee Policy Consultation

    In March 2022, the Isle of Man welcomed its first Ukrainian guests to the Island under the Isle of Man Homes for Ukraine Scheme. Since this date, over 100 Ukrainian guests have been given leave to come and live in the Isle of Man. Prior to the invasion of Ukraine, the Isle of Man Government had no established policy regarding refugees, and the issue was last discussed following the conflict in Syria. The Government position at that time was that hosting Syrian refugees would... More
    Opened 1 November 2022

  • Fees Orders and Regulations 2023

    Further to the related news release (Feedback sought on fees legislation) on 18 October 2022 , the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority (‘the Authority’) has today issued a Consultation Paper on the Fees Orders and Regulations for 2023 (CP22-05). More
    Opened 18 October 2022

  • Merchant Shipping (Fees) Regulations 2023

    The purpose of this paper is to consult on proposed changes to the fees which are charged by the Isle of Man Ship Registry with effect from 1 April 2023. The proposals in this consultation will form the basis for new Merchant Shipping (Fees) Regulations 2023 that will revoke and replace the existing Merchant Shipping (Fees) Regulations 2022. More
    Opened 17 October 2022

  • Consultation on the Modernisation of Insolvency Law

    One of the strategic objectives of the Government in Our Island Plan is the aim of building a 'strong and diverse economy'. It is a fact that not all businesses succeed, and not all businesses carry on forever. Some businesses, whether large or very small, will become insolvent and it is important for the Island’s economic and social well-being, as well as its international standing, that we review our insolvency law to see if it needs improving to reflect the requirements of today’s... More
    Opened 10 October 2022

  • Planning & Building Control customer survey

    The Planning and Building Control team has a wide role to play in ensuring the efficient and responsible use of land, the environment and other physical resources and infrastructure on the island. We work within a legal and policy framework to deliver both statutory and discretionary functions which regulate built development. Our aim is to create attractive, sustainable and liveable 'places' by promoting the delivery of high quality development at appropriate locations. This... More
    Opened 20 September 2022

  • The Carers Survey 2022

    Crossroads and the Department of Health and Social Care are pleased to work in partnership to understand together how we can help you on your caring journey. A carer is defined as someone who provides unpaid care and support to a family member, friend, partner or neighbour whose health and well-being would suffer without their help. This could be due to illness, disability, frailty, a mental health issue or addiction or substance misuse problems. More
    Opened 19 September 2022

  • 2022 MGP Visitor Survey

    The Department for Enterprise welcomes visitors to complete the 2022 MGP Visitor Survey. The survey is undertaken annually and aims to provide an assessment of the economic impact of the event in the Isle of Man. More
    Opened 19 August 2022

  • Our Island, Our Future – Draft Economic Strategy Public Consultation

    In 2021, the Isle of Man Government commissioned KPMG as strategic partners to assist with the development of a five to ten year economic strategy for the Island. They set out to deliver a five-phase report to develop a fundamental review and understanding of the Isle of Man’s current economy, looking at the wider global opportunities and threats, developing strategic direction and finally providing a monitoring and delivery framework. This report has informed and guided the Isle of Man... More
    Opened 18 August 2022

  • Proactive Publication Code of Practice Consultation

    The Island Plan highlights the need to ‘put people at the heart of service delivery and policy-making.’ This can be achieved by enhancing transparency and openness, proactively publishing information that is suitable for release. To support this, a draft Code of Practice has been created which the Cabinet Office are now seeking views on this from Departments, Statutory Bodies, Local Authorities and the public. More
    Opened 3 August 2022
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