Government Procurement Cards

Summary: The request sought data on the number of government procurement cards in circulation and total spending on them for the Isle of Man between 2019 and 2025. The Treasury disclosed that 1,093 active purchase cards are in use and provided specific expenditure figures for the requested financial years, clarifying that the government issues purchase cards rather than procurement cards.

There are currently 1,093 active government purchase cards in circulation in the Isle of Man.

The term 'active' includes cards issued but not yet used, as well as those suspended due to absence or inactivity.

Total expenditure on government purchase cards for the financial year 2024/25 was £6,346,888.71.

The Isle of Man Government does not issue 'procurement cards' but rather 'purchase cards'.

Expenditure on these cards has fluctuated between approximately £3.8 million and £6.5 million over the last five years.


Understanding of tender process

No information sent - all held but exempt

Summary: A request for specific rent amounts from the Swiss Chalet tender was partially refused under commercial interest exemptions, though a summary rental range was disclosed.

The request concerned the Swiss Chalet tender that closed in 2025.

Exact rent figures proposed by tenderers were withheld to protect commercial interests.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture cited Section 30 of the Freedom of Information Act.

A rental range of £25,000 to £100,000 over a five-year period was provided as an alternative.

The authority determined that withholding information outweighed the public interest in disclosure.

Section 30 – Economy and commercial interest


Request for information regarding the use of supply teachers

Summary: A request was made for detailed statistics on supply teacher usage and subject qualifications across Isle of Man secondary schools for five academic years. The Department of Education, Sport and Culture refused the request, citing that the data requires substantial compilation and that specific qualification records are not held.

The request covered all secondary schools on the Isle of Man for the academic years 2021/2022 to 2025/2026.

The authority stated it is not required to undertake substantial compilation or analysis of information under the Freedom of Information Act 2015.

The authority confirmed it does not hold information regarding whether supply teachers were specifically qualified for the subjects they taught.

The response advised that schools attempt to allocate specialist cover staff where possible.

The requester was offered assistance to reformulate the request in simplified terms.

Substantial compilation or collation of information (not required under the Act)

Information not held by the public authority


Ear nose and throat's clinic

Summary: The request inquired about the status of the ENT operating theatre, patient waiting times, and NHS guidelines on the Isle of Man. Manx Care disclosed that the theatre is operational, provided specific waiting list statistics, and explained that UK waiting targets do not apply locally.

The ENT operating theatre is currently open and delivering elective surgery after a temporary suspension for service review.

Manx Care does not follow the UK RTT rule book, which affects how waiting lists are reported.

UK waiting list targets do not apply on the Isle of Man, though NICE guidelines are followed where possible.

Initiatives to reduce waiting times include virtual follow-ups and results clinics, which have been in use since the start of the year.

Directing patients to Accident and Emergency (AE) if conditions worsen while waiting is considered acceptable practice.

Booking at around 180 days wait for day cases

Booking at around 170 days wait for inpatients


Moving to the Isle of Man

Summary: A request was made to the Cabinet Office for statistics on people moving to the Isle of Man citing the TT as a reason and the most common reason for relocation. The authority responded that it does not hold this information and suggested contacting the Department for Enterprise instead.

The Cabinet Office does not hold the requested information regarding migration reasons.

The request was received on 13 October 2025 and responded to on 16 October 2025.

Applicants are advised to submit a new request to the Department for Enterprise.

The response outlines the right to an internal review and appeal to the Information Commissioner.


Litigation Manual

Summary: The requestor asked for a copy of the unpublished Litigation Manual containing policies on the duty of candour and assisting the court. The Attorney General's Chambers disclosed the manual in full, noting that it is a living document currently undergoing annual review.

The requested Litigation Manual was released in its entirety.

The manual is described as a living document subject to annual review.

An ongoing review is being conducted due to recent litigation conduct considerations.

Updates are being made to reflect the implementation of a new legal case management system in December.

The request was processed by the Attorney General's Chambers in Douglas, Isle of Man.


Reayrt Vradda Ltd

Summary: The requester asked about Manx Utilities' creditor status and supply policies regarding the liquidation of Reayrt Vradda Ltd. The authority confirmed they are not yet listed as a creditor but continue to supply services pending formal liquidation documentation, while directing the requester to a public website for disconnection policies.

Manx Utilities was not listed as a creditor in the liquidation of Reayrt Vradda Ltd as of 15 October 2025.

Electricity, water, and wastewater services continue to be provided to Reayrt Vradda Glamping Ltd.

Disconnection decisions for all properties are considered by two directors, including the CEO.

The authority cited Section 20 of the Act to withhold specific policy documents as they are reasonably accessible on their website.

Formal notification from a liquidator is required before Manx Utilities registers as a creditor.

15 October 2025
4 November 2025
5007741
Section 20
Freedom of Information Act 2015

Section 20 of the Act (Information already reasonably accessible)


parsonage turner syndrome

Summary: The requester asked for a 20-year breakdown of Parsonage-Turner syndrome and brachial neuritis diagnoses by age and gender, which Manx Care provided in full along with a caution regarding coding inconsistencies.

Manx Care confirmed that Parsonage-Turner syndrome, brachial neuritis, and neuralgic amyotrophy are often used interchangeably but may be coded inconsistently by GPs.

The data covers diagnoses from 2005 to 2024, split by gender and age groups.

More than half of the individuals diagnosed in the dataset are no longer registered on the Isle of Man due to death or relocation.

The response included a total of 102 recorded cases across all related conditions over the 20-year period.

The authority noted that 'Brachial (Cervical) Neuritis' codes might erroneously include cases of cervical disc issues or direct trauma.


Oversight and staff competence relating to bull escape incident

Summary: The request sought DEFA's oversight documents and staff competence records regarding a bull escape incident at Isle of Man Meats. The authority released some internal emails detailing the incident timeline and public reaction but withheld specific investigation reports and competency audit data under exemptions.

A bull escaped from a trailer at the Isle of Man Meat Company on October 14, 2025, and was loose in Tromode.

Police were deployed to the scene and reportedly used a firearm to kill the escaped bull.

Isle of Man Meats announced an internal review of the incident on their Facebook page.

External stakeholders criticized the handling of the incident as 'mismanagement' and called for an external review.

DEFA officials, including Victoria Corkhill and Tim Cowsill, were notified of the escape and the potential media coverage.

Part exempt outcome (specific exemptions not detailed in text)


Restriction of GP telephone advice to residents temporarily abroad

Summary: The requester sought documents regarding restrictions on GP telephone advice for Isle of Man residents temporarily abroad, specifically asking for contract clauses, guidance, and insurance policies. Manx Care responded that no such restrictions exist in the GMS contract, but clinical decisions depend on registration status, while prescribing is limited to a three-month supply for those abroad.

The General Medical Services contract between Manx Care and GP practices contains no clauses restricting telephone or remote advice to patients outside the Isle of Man.

GP practices make clinical decisions on whether to provide advice based on whether the patient is still considered registered.

Patients traveling abroad for more than three months are entitled to a maximum of three months' supply of medication at NHS expense.

A 2019 DHSC policy on prescribing for patients abroad is now out of date and is being replaced by a new Manx Care policy currently under ratification.

The response included an attachment titled 'QUANTITY OF MEDICATION SUPPLIED ON MANX CARE PRESCRIPTIONS POLICY'.


IOM Secondary Schools' Teacher Sickness Absence 2024-25 Academic Year

Summary: A request for 2024-25 teacher sickness absence data across Isle of Man secondary schools was partially fulfilled, with statistical metrics provided for five schools but specific evaluation reports withheld.

The Department of Education, Sport and Culture provided sickness absence statistics for five secondary schools for the 2024-25 academic year.

Ballakermeen High School recorded the highest total days lost (1307) and the highest percentage of teachers with absence (78.95%).

Castle Rushen High School had the lowest average days lost per teacher (2.47) among the schools listed.

The authority refused to provide specific evaluation reports or analysis produced by schools for their Governing Bodies.

The refusal for reports was based on the information not being held or found after reasonable steps.

Section 11(3)a of the Act (Information not held or cannot be found after reasonable steps)


Locum Dr

Summary: The requester asked for the hourly pay rate and total number of locum GPs employed by Manx Care. Manx Care disclosed that they rarely use private locums directly, do not hold cost data for individual practices, and provided an approximate session cost for their salaried practice.

Manx Care Primary Care Services rarely uses private locum GPs directly.

Individual GP practices contracted to Manx Care use private locums, but Manx Care does not hold cost information for them.

Locum services are occasionally used in Manx Care's salaried GP Practice in Ballasalla.

Locum fees depend on the specific work required, including patient appointments and administrative duties.

A typical GP locum session involves approximately 12 patient appointments.


GP Licence

Summary: The requester asked for the number of practice hours required for a GP to maintain their license under GMC and Manx Care regulations. Manx Care refused to provide the information directly, citing that it is already reasonably accessible via external websites.

The request was received on 2025-10-20 and responded to on 2025-11-05.

Manx Care determined the information was already reasonably accessible to the public.

The authority directed the requester to the GMC website and the Isle of Man government health department website.

No specific data regarding GP practice hours was disclosed in the response.

The requester has the right to an internal review or appeal to the Information Commissioner.

Part 2 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015

Section 20 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Information reasonably accessible)


Calf of Man Bird Observatory reports.

Summary: The requester asked for missing Calf of Man Bird Observatory reports from 1992, 1993, and 2012 onwards to be rectified on the iMuseum website. The authority confirmed reports from 1992-1993 were already searchable, published 2012-2018 reports on a new webpage, but withheld 2019-2024 reports under a qualified exemption for future publication.

Reports from 1992 and 1993 are available on iMuseum but require specific search terms to locate.

A live project is underway to finalize reports from 2012 to 2024 for publication.

Reports for 2012 to 2018 have been published on the Manx National Heritage website.

Reports for 2019 to 2024 are withheld to ensure proper approval processes and avoid errors.

The authority cited Section 41 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 as the basis for withholding the remaining reports.

FOI Act, section 41 – Information for future publication


FOI Request - Payments to UCM for Driving Theory Test Delivery

Summary: A request was made for payment details and contracts between the Department of Infrastructure and University College Isle of Man regarding driving theory tests. The authority provided some information but withheld specific fee structures and pricing methodologies under commercial interest exemptions.

The request was received on 2025-10-21 and responded to on 2025-11-19.

The outcome was classified as 'Some information sent but part exempt'.

Specific details on fees per test and total payments were withheld to protect commercial interests.

The Department of Infrastructure determined that the public interest in maintaining negotiating leverage outweighed the interest in transparency.

The response included 6 pages across 2 documents.

Section 30 of the Freedom of Information Act (prejudice to economic/financial/commercial interests)


School dinner- cancellations

Summary: The request sought data on the number of children on school dinners at three primary schools comparing the start of the year to the end of the first half term. The Department of Education disclosed ParentPay figures showing a decrease in recorded meals for all three schools, while noting that data accuracy is affected by varying school policies and unrecorded meals.

Data was provided for Ashley Hill, Laxey, and Onchan schools based on ParentPay records.

All three schools showed a decrease in recorded school dinners between 3 September and 21 October.

The response highlighted that daily lunch numbers fluctuate due to individual school change notice policies.

Not all school meals are logged on ParentPay, including those for late arrivals or students without accounts.

The authority is currently working to improve the accuracy of school meal data reporting.

Ashley Hill: 123 (start), 101 (end), 22 (difference)

Laxey: 78 (start), 47 (end), 31 (difference)

Onchan: 160 (start), 139 (end), 21 (difference)


Summary: The requester asked for the number of lessons delivered by supply teachers in Isle of Man secondary schools for the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 academic years, offering to accept raw data if compilation was too substantial. The Department of Education, Sport and Culture responded that some information was sent but not all was held, citing the substantial effort required to collate the data.

The request covers supply teacher lesson counts for all secondary schools on the Isle of Man.

The timeframe requested is the academic years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025.

The Department previously refused a similar request (Ref. 4995706) due to the substantial compilation required.

The requester offered to accept raw data to avoid the need for Departmental analysis.

The final outcome was that some information was provided, but not all held information could be supplied.

Section 8(3) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (substantial compilation or collation)

Section 11 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (practical refusal reason)


Reasons for moving to the Isle of Man

Summary: A request was made to the Department for Enterprise asking for statistics on how many people move to the Isle of Man due to the TT and what the most common reason for moving is. The authority responded that it does not hold or collate this specific information.

The request was received on 2025-10-22 and responded to on 2025-10-30.

The Department for Enterprise does not collate data on reasons for moving to the Isle of Man.

The specific information requested regarding the TT and common moving reasons was not found.

The requester has the right to request an internal review or appeal to the Information Commissioner.


Secondary Employment

Summary: The requester asked for policies and records regarding secondary school teachers' private business activities and conflicts of interest. The Department of Education, Sport and Culture provided general statutory frameworks and the Government Code of Conduct but confirmed it does not hold specific procedures on soliciting former pupils or dedicated conflict of interest frameworks.

Teachers must act within statutory frameworks and maintain professional regard for school ethos.

Relevant information on Openness, Integrity, and Accountability is found in pages 4-6 of the Isle of Man Government Code of Conduct for Public Servants.

The Department does not hold specific communications regarding teachers soliciting current or former pupils.

The Department does not hold specific 'conflict of interest frameworks' but conducts annual calls for declarations in March.

The request was partially fulfilled with some information sent but not all held.

Section 20 of the Act (information already reasonably accessible)

Information not held or cannot be found after reasonable steps


Castletown School Hill Estate Redevelopment & CTC Governance Issues

Summary: The request sought information regarding delays in the Castletown School Hill redevelopment and governance issues within the Castletown Town Commissioners, specifically concerning Treasury involvement and appointment processes. The Treasury partially upheld the request, disclosing internal emails and ministerial decisions detailing cost overruns and project governance concerns, while redacting specific sections related to individual staff and internal deliberations.

Phase 1 of the School Hill project was overspent by approximately £2.5 million.

The petition for Phase 2 funding increased from an original 2021 estimate of £6.7 million to a requested £13 million.

£2,147,702 of the total cost was allocated to works not included in the original programme to reduce project duration by two years.

Concerns were raised regarding the absence of the Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) and Deputy RFO in the project ownership structure.

The Project Management Unit (PMU) played a crucial role in realigning the programme strategy and managing the two-stage tendering process.


Clinical staff by origin

Summary: A request was made for statistics on clinical staff origins outside the Isle of Man and UK, but the authority disclosed only voluntary nationality data split by employment terms rather than full origin details.

Manx Care stated that EDI information is submitted voluntarily, preventing the provision of full requested data.

The provided statistics represent headcount by nationality as of 30/09/2025.

Data is categorized by Manx Pay Terms and Conditions (MPTC) versus Doctors and Dentists.

MPTC includes nurses, scientific staff, therapists, and HCAs.

The response was issued on 7 November 2025 following a request received on 23 October 2025.


Dumping of sediment on heathland at Cross Vein Mine

Summary: The requester asked for the specific location of heathland maps on the Isle of Man Government website after finding Manx Utilities' general reference unhelpful. The authority responded that the information was already reasonably accessible and provided direct links and instructions to view the maps, citing Section 20 of the Act.

The request was made to the Manx Utilities Authority regarding maps of sensitive habitats.

The authority refused to provide the information directly because it is already reasonably accessible to the public.

The response provided a direct link to an ArcGIS web application for viewing the maps.

The response also provided a navigation path through the gov.im website to the 'Island environment' map.

The requester was instructed to select the 'Registered Heathland' layer to view the specific data.

Section 20 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Information already reasonably accessible)


Halal slaughter

Summary: A request was made for statistics on the percentage of sheep slaughtered using Halal methods and details on sheep exports from the Isle of Man. The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture responded that they do not hold this information.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture does not hold data on the percentage of sheep slaughtered via Halal methods.

The Department does not hold data on the amounts of slaughtered sheep and lambs exported or their destinations.

Isle of Man Meats is not a public authority under the Freedom of Information Act 2015.

The requester was advised to contact Isle of Man Meats directly for potential assistance.

The request was closed on 30 October 2025.


Questions by the MHK for Malew and Castletown

Summary: The request sought the person hours and financial costs incurred by government departments to answer questions tabled by the MHK for Malew and Castletown. The Office of the Clerk of Tynwald responded that this information is not held because departments do not record or submit such data.

The Office of the Clerk of Tynwald does not hold the requested information regarding person hours or financial costs.

Government departments do not include person hours or financial costs when submitting answers to tabled questions.

The Office of the Clerk of Tynwald also does not account for officer time in a way that would allow them to answer such a request.

The request was received on 28 October 2025 and the response was issued on 10 November 2025.

The request specifically concerned questions tabled by MHK Jason Morrhouse for Arbory, Malew, and Castletown.


Consultation on proposed amendments to the Local Government Act 1985

Summary: The requester asked for all submissions regarding amendments to the Local Government Act 1985 embodied in the 2023 Bill. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed that no submissions were received from local authorities in summer 2025 but withheld a report on earlier consultations under a policy formulation exemption.

The Department of Infrastructure received no submissions from local authorities in summer 2025 prior to the Legislative Council evidence session.

A large number of submissions were received earlier in 2025 regarding New Clause 2 proposed by MHK Lawrie Hooper.

A report was prepared in response to the earlier submissions and sent to all Local Authorities.

The Department determined that the public interest in withholding the report outweighed the interest in disclosure.

The Bill is currently proceeding to the Clauses stage in the Legislative Council.

2025-10-28
2025-11-21
5034450
January – February 2025
New Clause 1
New Clause 2
New Clause 3
Clause 5
section 34

Section 34 of the Act (formulation or development of government policy)


No. 21

Summary: The request sought details on work undertaken, costs, operational status, and future budgets for Isle of Man Steam Railway locomotives. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed that lifetime records do not exist, but provided detailed work summaries and a total cost of £195,202 for the preceding twelve months, along with current operational statuses and planned work for 2026.

Lifetime records for locomotive work and costs do not exist, so data was provided only for the preceding twelve months.

The total cost for locomotive work from 01/11/24 to the response date was £195,202.

Locomotive No. 21 is currently out of service pending recommissioning plans after bogie and axle repairs.

Several locomotives (Nos. 10, 12, 16) are out of service undergoing heavy rebuilds or refurbishment.

The budget for planned locomotive work in 2026 has not yet been approved by Tynwald.


Request for information on Ex-Police vehicle

Summary: A request was made for the service history and repair records of a specific ex-police Ford Tourneo Connect vehicle. The Department of Infrastructure refused to disclose the information, citing exemptions related to the prejudice of commercial interests and fair competition in the vehicle disposal process.

The request concerned vehicle registration MMN-420-F, a Ford Tourneo Connect.

The Isle of Man Constabulary initially could not assist and referred the requester to the Department of Infrastructure.

The Department of Infrastructure determined that disclosure would prejudice the effective conduct of public business.

The authority argued that releasing service history could give bidders an unfair advantage and reduce returns on public assets.

The public interest test concluded that factors favoring withholding information outweighed those favoring disclosure.

Section 35 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Prejudice to the effective conduct of public business)


Minimum wage

Summary: The requester asked how many roles at the Isle of Man Post Office are filled by individuals on minimum wage. The authority responded that all roles and casual workers are currently paid above the minimum wage rate.

All Isle of Man Post Office roles are paid more than the minimum wage.

Casual workers are also paid more than the minimum wage.

The current minimum wage rate referenced is £12.25.

The request was received on 28 October 2025.

The response was issued on 11 November 2025.


Income Tax bands breakdown

Summary: The Treasury responded to a request for Isle of Man income tax statistics for tax years 2020/21 to 2023/24, disclosing full data on taxpayer counts and tax amounts across various liability bands and tax cap elections.

The request covered tax years 2020/21 through 2023/24 inclusive.

Data was provided for individuals with no tax liability, those paying only 10% tax, those paying 10% and 20% tax, and those with tax cap elections.

Separate data was provided for taxpayers suspended from submitting returns due to income falling below personal allowance thresholds.

The number of jointly assessed couples with no tax liability decreased from 2,732 in 2020/21 to 1,616 in 2023/24.

Total tax assessed for individuals paying in both 10% and 20% bands increased from £183.36m in 2020/21 to £268.28m in 2023/24.


Territorial Seas - UK's response to Chief Minister's request

Summary: The request sought correspondence between the Isle of Man Chief Minister and the UK Government regarding the territorial sea median line and EEZ from May 2024 onwards. The response disclosed internal Isle of Man emails from January and February 2024 discussing the drafting and potential release of a letter to the UK Ministry of Justice, though the outcome was noted as partially exempt.

The request concerns the future of the sea area beyond the Isle of Man's 12 nautical mile territorial limit and the median line with the UK.

The Chief Minister's initial letter to the UK Ministry of Justice was drafted in early 2024 following a Tynwald resolution.

Internal correspondence reveals discussions about sharing the letter with Tynwald Members and the potential for it to enter the public domain.

The response includes emails from Anne Shimmin, External Relations Manager, dated January and February 2024.

The FOI outcome was 'Some information sent but part exempt'.

May 2024
12 nautical mile
2025-10-28
2025-11-26
63 pages
2 documents
02 February 2024
05 January 2024
December 2023
EPT231212-EVE-RHX.pdf


The new Liverpool ferry terminal used by the Isle of Man Steam Packet

Summary: The request sought the names of consultants appointed by the Department of Infrastructure for the new Liverpool ferry terminal lease and construction. The authority disclosed that Turner and Townsend, The Manser Practice, and Aecom were the appointed consultants for project management, architecture, and engineering services respectively.

Turner and Townsend provided Project Management, Client Agent, and NEC Site Supervision Services.

The Manser Practice served as the Architect for the facility.

Aecom acted as sub-consultants providing cost consultancy and civil and structural engineering services.

The Department of Infrastructure leased the land and berth for the new terminal.

The request was received on 27 October 2025 and closed on 20 November 2025.


The new ferry terminal liverpool

Summary: A request was made for expenditure and estimated completion costs regarding the new Liverpool ferry terminal for the Isle of Man Steam Packet service. The Department of Infrastructure refused to disclose the information, citing legal professional privilege and the risk of financial prejudice due to ongoing disputes.

The request concerned the new ferry terminal in Liverpool for the Isle of Man Steam Packet service.

The Department of Infrastructure determined that all requested information was held but exempt.

The exemption was based on Section 40 of the Act regarding legal professional privilege.

The authority argued that disclosing costs could damage their negotiating position in active disputes.

The total project cost is currently indeterminable due to unresolved liabilities and potential recoveries.

Section 40 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Legal professional privilege)


Departmental Expansion and Agency Staffing

Summary: The requester sought details on the Department for Enterprise's organizational structure, staffing numbers, salary expenditure, and vacancies following the creation of internal agencies. The authority responded with a partial disclosure, providing an organizational overview and a detailed staffing table for specific units, but did not include salary figures or a complete list of all requested agencies.

The response includes an organizational overview for the Department of Economic Development last updated in January 2017.

Staffing data is provided for specific units including Business IoM, Central Registries, Chief Officer & Corporate Services, and Civil Aviation Administration.

The data distinguishes between filled positions, vacant posts, and total Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) staff.

Several key roles are listed as vacant, including the Chief Officer, Head of Business Development, and Development Co-ordinator.

The response does not contain the requested salary expenditure breakdowns or a complete list of all agency organograms.

5 AO Registration Officer - Land & Deeds


TT Economic data

Summary: The requester asked for economic figures and visitor statistics for the Isle of Man TT from 2022 to 2025, including breakdowns by airport and boat arrivals. The Department for Enterprise responded that all requested information is contained within the 2025 Visitor Report published on September 4, 2025, and provided a direct link to the document.

The request covered economic figures and visitor estimates for TT years 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.

Specific data requested included visitor numbers via Ronaldsway airport and by boat.

The authority confirmed all information is held in the 2025 Visitor Report.

The 2025 Visitor Report was published on September 4, 2025.

The report was released alongside the revised 2026 TT Schedule.


ISLE OF MAN REGISTRATION SEQENCES

Summary: The requester asked for the Department of Infrastructure's plan for vehicle registration sequences after the current 'TMN' series is exhausted. The authority responded that no such plans exist yet because the current series will last approximately five years.

The Department of Infrastructure does not hold information regarding future registration sequences.

The current registration series (TMN) is expected to take approximately five years to complete.

No decisions or plans have been made for the next sequence due to the long timeframe involved.

The request was received on 30 October 2025 and closed on 25 November 2025.

TMN
30 October 2025
25 November 2025
five years
5048329


government/police contract

Summary: The requester questioned the delay in issuing a tender for Vehicle Recovery Services, alleging unfairness to potential contractors. The Department of Home Affairs responded that the tender is currently in its four-week Invitation to Tender stage and had already attracted interest from four organizations.

The tender for Department of Home Affairs Vehicle Recovery Services (DHA/2025/001) is currently in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage.

The tender was issued on the Isle of Man Government's Procurement Portal for Expressions of Interest (EOI) between 17th October 2025 and 4th November 2025.

Four organizations expressed interest and progressed to the ITT stage.

Tenders on the portal are only visible to the general public during the EOI period (5 or 10 working days depending on value).

After the EOI period, the tender is only visible to organizations that have expressed interest.

DHA/2025/001
17th October 2025
4th November 2025
21 November 2025
31 October 2025
4 weeks
5 working days
10 working days
£100k
four organisations
5052881


University destination data

Summary: The Department of Education, Sport and Culture responded to a request for data on Manx students studying at universities outside the Isle of Man, disclosing a detailed breakdown of institutions, courses, and study years.

The request was received on 3 November 2025 and the outcome was determined on 12 November 2025.

All requested information was sent to the applicant.

The response included 29 pages across 2 documents.

Data covers students at various institutions including Aberystwyth University, Oxford, and Birmingham Conservatoire.

The information details specific courses, year of study, and course length for each student.


Music GCSE registrations and results

Summary: The requester asked for the number of students registered for Level 1 and Level 2 Music GCSEs in the Isle of Man and a breakdown of their 2024 results. The Department of Education, Sport and Culture disclosed the total summer entries and the specific grade distribution for 2024, along with links to individual school results.

Total summer entries for Level 1 and Level 2 Music GCSEs in 2024 were 60.

The grade breakdown included 4 A*, 14 A, 16 B, 17 C, 7 D, 2 E, and 0 for F, G, and U.

The response provided links to Key Stage 4 results for Ballakermeen, Castle Rushen, Ramsey Grammar, and St Ninians High Schools.

Queen Elizabeth II School's website currently displays 2025 results rather than 2024.

The request was received on 3 November 2025 and closed on 19 November 2025.


Request for information on payments made to non-governmental members

Summary: The requester sought details on payments and benefits for non-governmental members of Department for Enterprise agencies over the last three years. The authority disclosed that most board members are voluntary and unpaid, while clarifying that ConstructionIoM and HospitalityIoM are industry bodies not receiving direct government salaries or expenses.

The Department's four Executive Agencies have around 40 voluntary non-executive board members at any one time.

Construction Isle of Man is an industry body, not a Department agency, and receives no direct government payments for salaries or expenses.

Hospitality Isle of Man is an industry body comprised of volunteers who receive no government salaries, expenses, or benefits in kind.

The Destination First Board was established in November 2024 and its non-government members are not paid.

The data provided covers the three complete financial years from April 2022 to March 2025.


Western Amenity Site Monthly Running Accounts.

Summary: A request was made for monthly running accounts for the Western Amenity Site, but the Cabinet Office responded that the information is not held by them.

The request was received on 2025-11-05 and responded to on 2025-11-11.

The Public Services Commission does not hold the requested monthly accounts.

Requesters were advised to contact the Western Civic Amenity Site Board instead.

The requester identified themselves as a commissioner of Patrick.


Information on Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice

Summary: The Department of Infrastructure responded to a request for Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice (TTRN) data from 2015 to 2025, disclosing only application counts for 2024 and 2025 while refusing other data due to lack of records.

The authority does not retain records of TTRN applications for more than two years.

Data on declined applications, reasons for refusal, and extensions is not held as it is removed from the tracker once processed.

The Department does not record applications by company name or complaints by category.

Information was provided only for the period of 2024 and part of 2025.

The response covers both planned and emergency work applications.

243 applications for planned works in 2024

312 applications for planned work in 2025 (1/1 to 13/11)

32 applications for emergency work in 2024

66 applications for emergency work in 2025 (to 13/11)

Information not held or cannot be found after taking reasonable steps


Energy & Cleantech Forum 2025

Summary: The request sought detailed cost breakdowns, attendance data, and strategic documents for the Energy & Cleantech Forum 2025. The Department for Enterprise disclosed the total event cost, funding source, and attendee demographics, noting that specific staff time was not recorded.

The total cost of the Energy & Cleantech Forum 2025 was £2,830.

The event was funded entirely from the Business Isle of Man revenue budget with no external grants.

71 individuals signed up to attend, comprising 50 private sector representatives and 13 government officers.

Specific staff time spent coordinating the event was not recorded as it occurred within standard working hours.

Travel and accommodation costs of £1,200 were incurred for two attendees from Cambridge Cleantech.


Reayrt Vradda

Summary: The requester sought documentation regarding the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture's alleged failure to enforce planning conditions at the Reayrt Vradda glamping site concerning permanent residence. The authority withheld all requested information, citing an ongoing investigation that could lead to criminal proceedings.

The request concerns a breach of planning conditions at Reayrt Vradda where permanent residence was allegedly allowed despite a 28-day limit.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture confirmed the information is held but exempt.

The exemption is based on Section 31 of the Act regarding investigations that may lead to criminal proceedings.

The public interest test concluded that withholding information to protect the integrity of the ongoing enforcement process outweighed the public interest in disclosure.

The planning enforcement investigation is being conducted under Part 4 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1999.

Section 31 – Investigations and Legal Proceedings


Drone incidents at Isle of Man Prison

Summary: A request was made for details on drone incidents, seizures, and smuggled items at Isle of Man Prison between 2020 and 2025, but the Department of Home Affairs refused to disclose any information.

The request covered drone sightings and incidents at Isle of Man Prison at Jurby from January 1, 2020, to November 1, 2025.

The Department of Home Affairs withheld all information citing Section 32(1) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015.

The exemption was applied because disclosure could prejudice the maintenance of security and good order in the prison.

The authority determined that the public interest in maintaining security outweighed the interest in transparency.

The requester was informed of their right to an internal review or an appeal to the Information Commissioner.

January 1, 2020
November 1, 2025
November 6, 2025
December 5, 2025
5065073

Section 32(1) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Law Enforcement)

Prejudice to the maintenance of security and good order in institutions under the Custody Act 1995


Cost of PA increase

Summary: The requester asked for the detailed workings behind a Treasury estimate that increasing the personal allowance to £20,000 would reduce income tax revenue by £63m. The Treasury explained the modelling methodology and provided revenue impact ranges but withheld the specific individual tax records used in the calculation due to data protection laws.

The Treasury uses a specific tool to model personal allowance changes against individual income tax records from the last complete tax year (2023/24).

The detailed workings were withheld because they relate to individual client tax records, which are considered personal data under the GDPR.

Modelling from October 2025 showed a £250 increase in personal allowance would reduce revenue by approximately £2.53 million.

The Treasury Minister estimated that increasing the allowance to £20,000 would result in a revenue decrease between £52.5 million and £63 million.

The revenue estimates do not include inflationary growth and are based on 60,282 assessments.

Article 4(1) of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as applied by the Data Protection (Application of GDPR) Order 2018 (Personal Data)


Port Erin 20mph

Summary: The requester asked for details on the methodology, software, and external consultants used to define Port Erin's proposed 20mph speed limits. The Department of Infrastructure responded that no automated processes or external consultants were used, relying instead on manual officer assessments, and stated that no supporting technical documentation is held.

No automated or computer-based processes were used to select or delineate the 20mph areas.

Departmental officers used relevant criteria and site assessments to develop the proposal.

No external consultants, contractors, or off-island advisers were engaged for the project.

The officer assessment was undertaken throughout 2024.

The authority does not hold any technical reports, correspondence, or GIS output files regarding the boundary derivation.


Immergration

Summary: The requester asked for statistics on illegal immigration to the Isle of Man via boats and planes from 2023 to the present, but the Treasury refused the request stating the information is not held.

The Isle of Man Immigration Service does not hold data on the number of immigrants arriving via boats or planes.

The Isle of Man is part of the Common Travel Area (CTA), allowing free movement without routine immigration controls.

No systematic border checks or immigration records are maintained for individuals arriving from other CTA jurisdictions.

The request was refused under section 11(3)(a) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 because the information is not held.

Related public data on immigration route applications is available in 'Isle of Man in Numbers' reports and previous FOI responses.

Section 11(3)(a) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Information not held)


Plastic water bottle in high schools - update of FOI 662466

Summary: The Department of Education, Sport and Culture responded to a request regarding single-use plastic policies and water bottle sales in Isle of Man secondary schools, disclosing specific sales figures and infrastructure details for five schools while stating individual green policies were not held.

The Department does not have a separate single-use plastics policy but follows the DESC Climate Change Plan 2024-25.

St Ninians High School reported the highest weekly sales of plastic water bottles with 1,996 flavoured and 628 still bottles.

Ramsey Grammar School does not sell plastic water bottles, offering only cartons.

All five secondary schools confirmed they promote the use of reusable water bottles.

Individual school green/plastic policies were not disclosed as the authority does not hold this specific information.


Renewable energy recruitment, overseas employment & relocation package

Summary: The requester asked for detailed staffing, recruitment, and relocation cost data regarding Manx Utilities' renewable energy projects. The authority responded with a partial disclosure, providing only the beginning of the staffing overview before the text cuts off, while the outcome indicates some information was withheld.

The request was received by Manx Utilities on 11 November 2025.

The response was issued on 24 November 2025.

The request covered staffing, recruitment sources, consultants, overseas campaigns, and relocation packages.

The outcome is classified as 'Some information sent but part exempt'.

The provided response text is incomplete, cutting off mid-sentence in the staffing overview section.

11 November 2025
24 November 2025
1 October 2021
9 pages
1 document


Worldpay Contract and subsequent tender

Summary: The requester asked when the current Worldpay contract would expire and when the tender process would begin. The Treasury disclosed that the contract operates on a rolling yearly basis with a two-month termination notice requirement, but confirmed they do not hold information regarding the start date of the future procurement process.

The Worldpay contract is on a rolling yearly agreement until notice to terminate is given.

Either party must provide at least two months' written notice prior to the scheduled expiration date to terminate the agreement.

The Treasury does not currently hold information regarding the start date of the procurement process.

Notification of the procurement process will be published via the procurement portal to ensure competitive fairness.

The request was received on 11 November 2025 and responded to on 1 December 2025.


Claims for injury for past year

Summary: The requester asked for the number of injury claims due to slips or falls in Castletown Square over the past year and whether compensation was received. The Department of Infrastructure confirmed one claim was received but stated they do not hold information regarding compensation outcomes.

The request was received on 2025-11-11 and responded to on 2025-12-08.

The Department of Infrastructure received exactly one claim for injury due to a slip or fall in Castletown Square in the past year.

The authority does not hold information on whether claimants received compensation.

The requester explicitly declined to receive information on specific compensation amounts.

The response was issued from the Sea Terminal Building in Douglas.


Longest planning permission pending

Summary: The request sought details on the longest pending planning application, including its duration, reference number, and reasons for delay. The authority disclosed the reference number and reason for the delay but directed the requester to an online portal to determine the specific duration, citing that this information is already reasonably accessible.

The longest pending planning application reference number is 15/00889/B.

The application remains undetermined because additional technical information was requested to address concerns raised by the Highway Division.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture now considers the matters can be managed through a planning condition attached to an approval.

The Department is currently carrying out a review of all outstanding applications.

Information regarding the specific duration of the pending application was not directly provided in the letter but is available via the online search portal.

Section 20 - Information accessible to applicant by other means


Isle of Man LiDAR data

Summary: A request was made for island-wide LiDAR data (xyz, intensity, and/or rgb) from the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture, but the authority confirmed it does not hold this information.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture does not hold the requested LiDAR data.

The requester was advised to submit a new request to the Department of Infrastructure.

Clarification was sought on 18 November 2025 regarding the definition of 'island-wide LIDAR campaigns'.

The requester specified they believed the data came from commissioned aeroplane flights.

The request was formally closed on 26 November 2025.


Home-schooling

Summary: The request sought home-schooling statistics for the past 10 years and details on safeguarding measures following the Sara Sharif review. The authority provided data from 2018 onwards, citing record retention limits for earlier years and Section 20 exemptions for data already publicly available, while outlining proposed legislative changes to improve safeguarding.

Home-schooling records prior to 2018 are not held due to a 6-year retention period.

The number of home-schooled pupils rose from 47 in 2018-2019 to 244 in 2025-2026.

The Education (Amendment) Bill proposes sharing the home school register with the Department of Health and Social Care.

New legislation will require parents to update the Department annually on their children's educational arrangements.

The Bill aims to prevent the removal of children from school rolls during active safeguarding enquiries.

Section 20 (Information accessible to applicant by other means)


NHS Prescriptions for Bowel Irrigation Kits

Summary: A request was made for the number of patients prescribed bowel irrigation kits on the NHS in the Isle of Man, but the Department of Health and Social Care refused to provide the information as it is not held by them.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the requested data on bowel irrigation kit prescriptions.

The information is likely held by Manx Care, which delivers health and social care services.

The Department's role is limited to setting strategic direction, regulation, and commissioning.

The requester was advised to re-submit the request to Manx Care.

The request was formally closed on 10 December 2025.

Section 11(3)a of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Information not held)


Summary: A request was made to Manx Care for the number of patients prescribed bowel irrigation kits on the NHS in the Isle of Man. The authority responded by providing a detailed breakdown of specific items supplied during the 2024/2025 financial year.

The request was received on 14 November 2025 and responded to on 1 December 2025.

Manx Care provided data on bowel irrigation kit items for the 2024/2025 financial year.

The data covers various brands including Peristeen, Qufora, and IryCone+.

The response lists specific quantities for different accessory units, catheters, and irrigation sets.

No information was withheld; the outcome was 'All information sent'.


Fishing boat PL 777 Boy Shayne

Summary: The request sought details on government grants for the fishing boat Boy Shayne, including purchase price contributions and date. The authority confirmed a 40% grant was provided under a 2003 scheme but withheld the owner's contribution due to personal data exemptions and stated the specific purchase date is not recorded.

The Boy Shayne received a government grant under the Fishing Vessels (Financial Assistance) Scheme 2003.

The grant covered 40% of the vessel's purchase price.

The specific amount contributed by the owner was withheld as personal information.

The Department does not hold a record of the exact date the vessel was purchased.

The grant was made to the applicant in September 2011.

Section 25(b)(i)&(ii) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Personal Information)

Article 5 of the General Data Protection Regulation (Data Protection Principles)

Article 6 of the General Data Protection Regulation (Lawful Processing Conditions)


Level 2&3 External Examination Attainment Metrics 24-25 Academic Year


Dhoon Quarry

Summary: The requester asked for documentation regarding the closure of Dhoon Quarry as a motorbike facility, but the Department of Infrastructure responded that no such records exist because the restriction was implemented via verbal instruction.

The Department of Infrastructure does not hold documentation on the closure of Dhoon Quarry for motorbike use.

The restriction was enacted following a health and safety review of quarry sites.

The decision to restrict use was based on verbal instructions rather than written records.

The closure aims to mitigate risks associated with trial and motorcycle use until new guidance is created.

The requester included political commentary in their initial request.


MNH landholdings

Summary: The requester asked Manx National Heritage for a GIS dataset map of National Trust landholdings referenced in an Orsted Mooir Vannin EIA. The authority responded that the information is not held because they do not own or manage the specific GIS dataset.

Manx National Heritage does not hold the requested GIS dataset map.

The dataset is not owned or managed by Manx National Heritage.

Requesters are advised to contact the GTS MannGIS team at the Cabinet Office.

The request was received on 18 November 2025 and closed on 10 December 2025.

The response cites the Freedom of Information Act 2015.


Public Rights of Way - Poyll Dooey, Ramsey

Summary: A request was made regarding the status of a Section 88 Highways Act application for public rights of way at Poyll Dooey, Ramsey. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed the submission date and current status but withheld draft maps and orders under a policy formulation exemption.

The formal request for public rights of way was submitted on 30 March 2023.

The request is currently awaiting final review and agreement of the maps.

Delays are attributed to increasing departmental pressures and the absence of a dedicated staff member.

Draft maps and orders were withheld to protect the deliberative process of government policy.

No timeframe can be confirmed for the Order to go to Tynwald.

30 March 2023
18 November 2025
12 December 2025
Section 88
Section 34(1)(a)
5087585

Section 34(1)(a) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (formulation or development of government policy)


Personal Safety Measures for Housing Officers Conducting Home Visits

Summary: The request sought comprehensive safety policies and incident data for housing officers conducting home visits, but the response only disclosed a partial document regarding sharps and needle-stick injuries while withholding other requested information.

The Department of Infrastructure responded with a 'Sharps Policy' document dated December 1, 2013.

The policy applies to Housing Officers, Maintenance Staff, and any staff visiting clients in their homes.

The response cites the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (as applied in the Isle of Man) as the legal framework.

The outcome was classified as 'Some information sent but part exempt', indicating significant portions of the request were not fulfilled.

The provided document defines 'Sharps' as needles, blades, or implements capable of cutting, pricking, or scratching the skin.


Tynwald Member and government staff parking.

Summary: The request sought correspondence regarding the decision to charge Tynwald Members and government staff for parking between November 2024 and the present. The Department of Infrastructure released some documents but redacted portions citing exemptions related to personal data and ministerial communications.

Tynwald Members were informed that parking charges would become effective from 1st October 2025.

Members who do not pay will have their parking access stopped from 1st October 2025.

A draft policy for Tynwald Members' car parking was submitted to the Minister on 8 November 2024.

The Department of Infrastructure is responsible for actioning the reinstatement of charges for Tynwald Members.

Correspondence involves the Minister, Chief Officer, and Heads of Facilities Management and Corporate Services.


Calculation of prisoner leaving dates

Summary: The requester asked for the full calculation system used to determine prisoner release dates, but the Department of Home Affairs refused to provide it directly, stating the information is already reasonably accessible via the Custody Act 1995 and Custody Rules 2015.

The request was received on 2025-11-17 and responded to on 2025-12-04.

The authority cited Section 20 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 to refuse the request.

The requested information is contained within the Schedules of 'The Custody Act 1995' and 'Custody Rules 2015'.

The Department of Home Affairs provided a link to the Isle of Man legislation website for the requester to find the documents.

The request was closed with no information sent as it was deemed already reasonably accessible.

Section 20 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Information already reasonably accessible)


How much land does MNH own?


costal erosion line

Summary: The requester sought maps, criteria, property lists, and reports regarding the coastal erosion line in Kirk Michael for the Draft Area Plan. The Cabinet Office disclosed that the map and supporting reports are publicly available online, while stating they do not hold the criteria or property lists, directing the requester to the Department of Infrastructure.

The requested coastal erosion line map is available in the Coastline Management Zone (Kirk Michael) Designation Order 2007.

The Cabinet Office does not hold the criteria and methodology used to determine the erosion line.

The Cabinet Office does not hold a list of residential properties affected by the erosion line.

Strategic erosion risk assessments and economic appraisals are available on the IoM Flood Hub website.

The Department of Infrastructure was identified as the likely holder of the missing information.

Section 20 of the Isle of Man Freedom of Information Act 2015 (information already reasonably accessible)


How many fish died as a result of draining clypse reservoir?

Summary: The request sought information on fish mortality and replacement costs due to the draining of Clypse Reservoir. The authority disclosed a risk assessment detailing mitigation strategies to relocate fish rather than kill them, but did not provide specific mortality counts or financial costs.

Fish stocking was paused in early July 2025 to allow fish to relocate.

Slow water release was implemented to enable fish to leave via conduits to Kerrowdhoo.

Stranded fish were to be relocated by DEFA to Kerrowdhoo.

The reservoir water level was reduced at a rate of less than 300mm per day.

The risk assessment identified 'Fish killed' as a potential hazard with a high initial risk score of 25.


Secondary School Deployment of Cover Supervisors (KS4: 2024-25)

Summary: The request sought detailed statistics on Cover Supervisor deployment and policies for Isle of Man secondary schools for the 2024-25 academic year. The Department of Education provided partial data for Castle Rushen and Ramsey Grammar schools, while other schools cited lack of data or excessive workload to withhold information, and confirmed no central policy exists.

No central policy exists for the use and deployment of Cover Supervisors across secondary schools.

Ramsey Grammar School employed 3 Cover Supervisors and provided detailed lesson coverage statistics by subject for Years 10 and 11.

Castle Rushen High School employed 7 Cover Supervisors and reported 470 Year 10 and 269 Year 11 lessons covered.

Ballakermeen High School had up to 8 full-time and 4 part-time Cover Supervisors, though specific lesson data was not held.

St Ninians High School and QEII refused to provide specific data due to the substantial compilation required or lack of data collection.

2024-25
8 Full time cover supervisors
4 part time Cover Supervisors
7 cover supervisors
470 Y10 lessons
269 Y11 lessons
3 Cover Supervisors
251 lessons (Year 10 Ramsey)
188.8 hours (Year 10 Ramsey)
151 lessons (Year 11 Ramsey)
124.6 hours (Year 11 Ramsey)
5099765
2025-11-19
2025-12-16

Information not held or cannot be found after reasonable steps

Substantial compilation or collation of information required (excessive cost/workload)


drug related A and E and surgical cases

Summary: The requester asked for monthly statistics on A&E attendances and surgical cases involving illegal drugs from April 2020 to the present. Manx Care disclosed monthly A&E data and drug classifications but confirmed that no electronic records exist for surgical cases, citing the exemption for creating new information.

Information is held electronically only for emergency department patients, not for surgical cases.

The request for surgical case data was refused under Section 11(3)(b) as it would require creating new information.

A total of 169 A&E attendances were recorded where illegal drugs were a contributing factor between 2020 and 2025.

Alcohol intoxication was the most frequent diagnosis recorded, with 1,287 instances.

Data is broken down by month and specific drug substance for the period April 2020 to December 2025.

Section 11(3)(b) of the Freedom of Information Act (creation of information)


Electric Railway Sign

Summary: The requester asked why the Electric Railway sign lights are not changed to different colors for events like other landmarks. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed that they do not routinely change the lights, have only received one request since installation, and are currently unable to program the controls because the supplier has not provided necessary guidance.

The Department does not routinely change the lighting colors.

Only one request to change the colors has been received since the lighting was installed.

The original staff who commissioned the project have left the organization.

Guidance from the supplier is required to program and set the lighting controls.

The supplier has not yet been able to assist with the programming guidance.


Market rating uplift

Summary: The request sought details on the number of Craftsman joiners employed by the Department of Infrastructure and their specific market rating uplifts. The authority disclosed that while Highways joiners received no uplifts, Facilities Management joiners received 4% or 12% uplifts following a 2022/23 review implemented in January 2023.

There are 2 Craftsman joiners in the Highways section, neither of whom received a market rating uplift.

There are 5 Craftsman joiners in the Facilities Management section.

Three Facilities Management joiners received a 12% market rating uplift.

Two Facilities Management joiners received a 4% market rating uplift.

The market rating review was conducted in 2022/23 and implemented on 1st January 2023.


Cost of the independent review of health and social care

Summary: The requester asked for the costs and funding sources of two independent health reviews; the Department disclosed the cost and budget for the MIAA review but exempted the Sir Jonathan Michael report details as they are publicly available elsewhere.

The cost of the MIAA review was £46,750.

The MIAA review was funded from the DHSC CEO Office budget.

Information regarding the Sir Jonathan Michael report was deemed absolutely exempt under Section 20 of the FOI Act 2015.

The Sir Jonathan Michael report predates the current DHSC and Manx Care, with records held by the Cabinet Office.

The Department directed the requester to a Manx Radio article for the cost of the Sir Jonathan Michael report.

Section 20 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Information accessible to applicant by other means)


CCMS update

Summary: The request sought confirmation of the introduction, cost, and functionality of the new Court Case Management System (CCMS). The General Registry confirmed the system went live in August 2025, disclosed specific expenditure figures, and affirmed its full functionality and modernization benefits.

The CCMS was introduced and went live on 13 August 2025.

Expenditure from initial draw-down to 31 August 2025 was £1,316,604.

Expenditure from 1 September 2025 to 30 November 2025 was £63,239.86.

The system is fully functional and meets all agreed requirements for its initial release.

The CCMS replaced a legacy system from 1998 that was unsupported and incompatible with current security requirements.


Verification of Occupancy- Ballafesson 'Glamping'

Summary: The requester asked for Manx Utilities' standard occupancy verification procedures and specific documentation regarding the Reayrt Vradda glamping site following a liquidation. The authority disclosed its general application requirements but withheld specific details about the site's internal handling and documentation, citing partial exemptions.

Manx Utilities requires account holders to apply via an online form or paper application.

Applicants must provide personal details, date of birth, address, supply takeover date, and meter readings if not smart.

The account holder is defined as the person or company responsible for payment.

Specific documentation received for the Reayrt Vradda site was not fully disclosed.

Internal correspondence and decision notes regarding the site's occupancy verification were withheld.


Information regarding external services for animal culling

Summary: The request sought details on external contracts for animal culling and consultancy services by the Isle of Man's DEFA between November 2023 and November 2025. The authority confirmed engagements with off-island bodies and local pest control companies but withheld specific names, costs, and procurement details for certain activities.

DEFA engaged individuals and companies to cull or shoot animals on behalf of the Government.

DEFA contacted an off-island organised body to advise on culling or shooting animals.

Discussions were held with DEFRA regarding wallaby and feral goat populations.

Initial engagements occurred with Manx Pest Control, AMANX Pest Prevention Services, and Rentokil regarding chicken removal.

No contracts were finalized with the pest control companies following initial discussions.

November 2023 - November 2025
25 November 2025
18 December
08 January 2026
5117822


Land Adjacent to Marine Biological Station

Summary: A request was made for details on land agreements between the Department of Infrastructure and Delgatie Ltd regarding the area adjacent to the Marine Biological Station in Port Erin. The authority responded that some information was sent but part of the request was exempt, though the specific exemptions and disclosed details are not visible in the provided text.

The request concerns government land adjacent to the former Marine Biological Station in Port Erin.

The Department of Infrastructure is the responding authority.

The request was received on 25 November 2025.

The outcome was determined on 14 January 2026 (response date) with a final outcome date of 23 January 2026.

The response status is 'Some information sent but part exempt'.


traffic light sequencing

Summary: The requester asked for traffic light sequencing details and CCTV footage for an accident at A3 Ballacraine Crossroads on 3rd March 2023. The Department of Infrastructure provided the sequencing specifications but confirmed that no CCTV footage exists for that location.

The request concerned an accident at A3 Ballacraine Crossroads on 3rd March 2023.

The Department of Infrastructure does not hold CCTV footage for the requested area.

No cameras are installed at the A3 Ballacraine Crossroads junction.

Traffic light sequencing details including phases, stages, and green times were provided in Appendix 1.

The request was received on 25 November 2025 and closed on 19 December 2025.

3rd March 2023
25 November 2025
19 December 2025
5118286
A3 Ballacraine Crossroads
9 pages
2 documents


Carbon Literacy Training

Summary: A request sought the specific benefits and efficiency impacts of £50,450.38 spent on Carbon Literacy training, but the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture clarified the actual cost was £42,350.38 and refused to provide interpretative opinions on the training's value, instead directing the requester to a project review document.

The Department corrected the requested expenditure figure from £50,450.38 to £42,350.38.

Information regarding the specific benefits and efficiency impacts was withheld as it constitutes opinion rather than recorded information.

A link to the 'Review of Carbon Literacy Project for the Isle of Man Public Service' was provided as an alternative source of information.

The Department clarified that Carbon Literacy training covers climate science, carbon footprints, and action planning.

The request was initially clarified on 27 November 2025 before the final response was issued.

Information not held (request seeks interpretation or opinion rather than recorded information)


Agri-Environmental Budget

Summary: The requester asked for Agri-Environment Annual Payment Reports for 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 to investigate rumors of budget reallocation to a meat plant. The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture withheld the reports under Section 41 as they are held for future publication, but confirmed the budget was not reallocated.

The Agri-Environmental Scheme budget has not been reallocated to Isle of Man Meats.

The requested payment reports for 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 are exempt from disclosure.

The exemption is based on Section 41 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (information for future publication).

The Department anticipates the information will be publicly available by the end of the current financial year.

The public interest test determined that withholding the data to ensure accuracy and validation outweighs the interest in immediate disclosure.

Section 41 – Information for future publication


Cost of reviews and reports

Summary: The requester asked for a breakdown of Manx Care's spending on external reviews and reports since April 2021. The authority responded by providing data from previous Tynwald questions and a list of commissioned reviews for 2024/25 and 2025/26, noting that some information was withheld as it was already reasonably accessible.

Manx Care cited Section 20 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 to withhold information already reasonably accessible via Tynwald questions.

The response includes a total spend of £663,149 for reviews commissioned in 2024/25 and 2025/26 YTD.

Data excludes reports for capital schemes such as feasibility reports.

The authority warned that other reports may exist but are not included due to how costs are recorded in their financial system.

Specific external bodies mentioned include Mersey Internal Audit Agency, Develop Consulting, and Cordis Bright Ltd.


The cost.

Summary: The request asked for the total cost incurred by the Department of Infrastructure regarding the Orsted wind farm. The authority disclosed that costs increased by £46,461.56 since November 2024, bringing the total to £513,818.56, while noting this excludes legislation preparation costs.

The total cost for the Orsted wind farm application is £513,818.56 as of 30 November 2025.

An additional £46,461.56 was spent between 27 November 2024 and 30 November 2025.

The previous reported cost in November 2024 was £467,357.

The disclosed costs exclude charges for preparing legislation under the Marine Infrastructure Management Act 2016.

The expenditure supports the Mooir Vannin application for an offshore windfarm.


Annual Rent Setting Query for Social Housing

Summary: The request sought discussions regarding Local Authorities' ability to autonomously increase social housing rents beyond Departmental prescriptions over the last 12 months. The response disclosed a new policy effective April 2026 allowing providers to increase rents by an additional 1% without approval, alongside CPI-based minimum increases and historical consultation data.

From April 2026, public sector housing rents will increase by a minimum of the preceding September's CPI figure.

Local Authorities will have the discretion to increase rents by an additional 1% without Departmental approval starting April 2026.

The Department retains the authority to intervene if rent rises are deemed unsustainable.

A 2019 consultation revealed mixed opinions among Local Authorities, with several disagreeing with proposed policies.

The deadline for declaring the planned rent increase for 2026/27 was set for 17th November 2025.

Stock numbers: Braddan 185, Douglas 2360, Ramsey 553, Onchan 508, Peel 357


Immigration work visas for retail and hospitality jobs

Summary: A request was made for a breakdown of immigration work visas issued for retail and hospitality sectors on the Isle of Man from 2020 to present, including countries of origin. The Department of Home Affairs responded that they do not hold this information and suggested contacting the Treasury instead.

The Department of Home Affairs does not hold the requested visa data.

The request covered retail and hospitality sectors from 01 January 2020 to the present.

The applicant was advised to submit a further request to Treasury (Passports, Immigration and Nationality Services).

The response was issued on 2 December 2025.


The name of the consultants working with the DOI

Summary: The requester asked for the names of consultants working with the Department of Infrastructure on a new Liverpool terminal for the Isle of Man Steam Packet. The authority refused to provide the information directly, citing that it is already reasonably accessible via a previous FOI response.

The request was made to the Department of Infrastructure on 2 December 2025.

The information requested concerns consultants for a new terminal in Liverpool used by the Isle of Man Steam Packet.

The authority stated the information is already reasonably accessible to the public.

The requester was directed to search for Case ID 5036241 on the government website.

The response was issued on 22 December 2025 with reference number 5132949.

Section 20 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Information reasonably accessible)


Reayrt Vradda - Demolition Waste

Summary: The requester asked for a waste exemption application form submitted by Reayrt Vradda in August 2023 and an explanation for why the matter was not followed up if no form existed. The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture responded that no written application was ever received, though site inspections confirmed the waste was used for approved construction purposes under existing regulations.

The authority does not hold a record of any written waste exemption application from Reayrt Vradda.

An email requesting the application was sent to a company director on 25 August 2023.

There is no legal requirement for such an exemption to be authorized by the Department.

Site inspections confirmed the demolition waste was deposited for construction purposes on the land.

The site has planning approval under references PA 20/00496/B and 21/01009/B for a glamping pod tourist site.

Collection and Disposal of Waste Regulations 2000


Willaston pupils with additional needs

Summary: A Freedom of Information request was made to the Department of Education, Sport and Culture regarding pupil statistics at Willaston Primary School, specifically focusing on additional needs, transfers, and catchment area status. The authority disclosed all requested information, providing specific counts for pupils with additional needs, recent transfers, reasons for moving, and approved out-of-catchment requests.

60 pupils registered at Willaston Primary School have additional educational needs.

14 pupils moved from other primary schools during the 2024/25 and start of 2025/26 school years.

Of the transferring pupils, 8 moved into the catchment area and 6 moved for other reasons.

5 out-of-catchment requests were approved for the 2024/25 academic year.

3 out-of-catchment requests were approved for the start of the 2025/26 academic year.


Cost of school meals

Summary: The requester asked for the average cost per child per day for primary school meals in the Isle of Man for the 2024/25 school year and the period from September 2025 to the most recent records. The Department of Education, Sport and Culture confirmed that all information was sent, providing provisional cost data for the specified periods while noting caveats regarding incomplete financial records and variable school days.

The 2025/26 financial records are provisional due to outstanding invoices and the period not being concluded.

The 2025/26 data covers only 58 school days compared to the typical 188 days in a full academic year.

Schools closed on 24 January 2025 due to Storm Eowyn, affecting the 2024/25 school year data.

Meal cost figures include all operational costs such as staff, food, equipment purchase, and repairs.

Total meal numbers exclude contingency meals prepared for dropped plates or spills and unlogged meals.


coastal erosion line kirk michael

Summary: The requester sought criteria, affected property lists, and reports regarding the coastal erosion line in Kirk Michael. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed that the methodology follows the UK NCERM2 approach and directed the requester to publicly available HaskoningDHV reports, while clarifying that no definitive list of affected residential addresses is held.

The coastal erosion line is interpreted as the trigger for intervention outlined in the Kirk Michael coastal erosion strategic risk assessment.

The methodology used follows the UK Environment Agency National Coastal Erosion Risk Mapping 2 (NCERM2) approach.

No numerical modelling was undertaken for this study; assumptions are stated in the public strategic risk assessment.

The Department of Infrastructure does not hold a definitive list of addresses for properties impacted by the erosion line.

Impacted properties are visually highlighted in Figure 5.4 and Figure 5.1 of the Stage 1 Strategic Risk Assessment report.


'Manx meat in Tesco'

Summary: A request was made to the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture regarding the production, subsidies, and environmental impact of Isle of Man meats sold in Tesco. The authority responded that it does not hold the requested information because Isle of Man Meats is not a public authority under the Freedom of Information Act.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture does not hold the information requested.

Isle of Man Meats is not listed as a public authority in Schedule 1 of the Freedom of Information Act.

The requester was advised to contact Isle of Man Meats directly for further assistance.

The request covered topics including subsidies, competition with local butchers, and environmental impact assessments.

Isle of Man Meats is not a public authority under the FOIA


Isle of Man Coastguard videos

Summary: The requester asked for the cost and purpose of specific Isle of Man Coastguard videos published on Facebook in November 2025. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed that the total production cost was £1,980 and the videos were intended for public safety awareness and recruitment.

The total cost for producing the requested videos was £1,980.

The videos were published on the Isle of Man Coastguard Facebook page on 11th, 16th, 22nd, and 27th November.

The purpose of the videos was to raise awareness of the Coastguard's role in public safety.

The videos also aimed to support recruitment efforts for the Coastguard.

The response was issued by the Department of Infrastructure on 22 December 2025.

£1,980
11th November
16th November
22nd November
27th November
3 December 2025
22 December 2025
5146029


Bus Driver Conduct, Complaints and Disciplinary Statistics

Summary: The requester asked for five years of aggregated statistics on bus driver conduct, complaints, and disciplinary actions for Bus Vannin. The Department of Infrastructure provided complaint data by category but stated it does not hold disciplinary records, which are managed by the Office of Human Resources.

Complaint statistics were provided for the years 2021 through 2025.

Disciplinary action data was not released because the Department does not retain historic staff records.

Disciplinary records fall under the responsibility of the Office of Human Resources (OHR).

The Department only holds information regarding current, live formal processes.

The requester was advised to contact OHR directly for disciplinary information.

2021: 89 total complaints
2022: 98 total complaints
2023: 121 total complaints
2024: 118 total complaints
2025: 102 total complaints
Reference number: 5147260
Date received: 2025-12-04
Outcome date: 2026-01-07


Location of actuarial work for new PCC/LP insurer

Isle of Man Financial Services Authority

Summary: The requester asked for the location of actuarial work for a new Protected Cell Company or Limited Partnership awaiting insurer authorisation. The Authority responded that no such entities are currently awaiting authorisation, as the one from 2022 has since been approved, and detailed their internal actuarial staffing.

There are currently no Protected Cell Companies or Limited Partnerships awaiting authorisation as insurers.

A Protected Cell Company awaiting authorisation in 2022 has subsequently been authorised.

The Authority employs one qualified actuary and one part-qualified actuary.

These actuaries provide support to the insurance supervision teams.

The request was received on 5 December 2025 and closed on 9 December 2025.

5 July 2022
2022
5 December 2025
9 December 2025
5150205
one qualified actuary
one part-qualified actuary
2 pages
1 document


Operation Talla and covid

Summary: The requester asked the Department of Home Affairs to confirm if the Isle of Man Constabulary adhered to 'Operation Talla' regarding Midazolam and COVID vaccine evidence, or if a specific meeting with the British Army discussed it. The authority responded that it does not hold the requested information, noting that the Constabulary ran its own separate COVID operation.

The Department of Home Affairs does not hold information regarding 'Operation Talla' or instructions to the Isle of Man Constabulary to adhere to it.

The Isle of Man Constabulary ran its own independent COVID operation, which was not part of Operation Talla.

The Independent Isle of Man Covid Review covered policing extensively and is publicly available.

The requester was advised to contact the Isle of Man Constabulary directly for potential information.

The response was issued on 20 January 2026 regarding a request received on 9 December 2025.


Housing Agency Terms of Reference

Summary: The request sought details on the legal formation, membership, and terms of reference of the Isle of Man Housing Agency. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed that the Agency is an internal structure rather than a separate legal entity, operates under delegated powers from the Minister, and has a board of 12 positions.

The Housing Agency is not a statutory board or separate legal entity but an internal structure within the Department of Infrastructure.

The Agency operates under the Government Departments Act 1987 using powers delegated by the Minister for Infrastructure.

The board consists of 12 total positions when fully attended, including political members, independent non-IOMG members, and advisors.

The Terms of Reference were approved by the Minister for Infrastructure following discussions at Project Board meetings.

Public availability of the Terms of Reference is pending the completion of the Agency's branding and website updates.


telegraraph poles

Summary: The requester asked for the number of new telegraph poles erected for fiber installation in the last two years, but the Communications Commission stated it does not hold this specific data. The authority provided general statistics on total existing poles and future requirements, directing the requester to planning records or the service provider for specific installation details.

The Communications Commission does not hold information on the number of new telegraph poles erected in the last 2 years.

Installation of new telegraph poles requires planning permission, details of which are available via the Department of Environment, Food & Agriculture.

Manx Telecom currently holds a total of 2489 telegraph poles used for electronic communications services.

Manx Telecom may require 273 new telegraph poles to complete its fiber deployment across the Island.

Manx Telecom is not subject to the Freedom of Information Act.


Medication availability

Summary: A request was made to the Department of Health and Social Care regarding the availability, patient numbers, and future commissioning plans for the drug Nintedanib on the Isle of Man. The authority refused to provide the information, stating it is not held by them and may be held by Manx Care.

The request concerned the drug Nintedanib, expected to come off patent in March 2026.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the requested information.

The information may be held by Manx Care, which delivers health and social care services.

The Department's role is strategic direction, regulation, and commissioning, not direct service delivery.

The requester was advised to re-submit the request to Manx Care.

March 2026
5 years
9 December 2025
16 December 2025
5151502

Section 11(3)a of the Act (Information not held)


Patient waiting times palatine health centre

Summary: The requester asked for specific GP waiting times at Palatine Health Centre, challenging a reported island-wide average of 7.4 days. Manx Care responded that specific practice-level data is not held due to data aggregation limitations and announced an upcoming shift to a triage system.

The 7.4-day waiting time figure is an average across all GP practices on the Isle of Man, not specific to Palatine.

Manx Care does not hold data distinguishing between new problems and follow-up appointments.

Waiting times can be extended if patients insist on seeing a specific doctor who is in high demand or absent.

Palatine Health Centre will implement a Patient triage system via AccuRx around mid-January 2026.

The new triage system will allow clinicians to decide urgency and allocation rather than admin staff.

7.4 days
October 2025
4 weeks
8 December 2025
5 January 2026
mid-January 2026
7 day intervals
over a month

Information not held or cannot be found after taking reasonable steps


Manx Development corporation funding

Summary: The request sought details on new loans to the Manx Development Corporation and confirmation of funding for the Old Nurses Home refurbishment. The Treasury disclosed that loans 1 and 3 fund the refurbishment and provided the total amount drawn down from the Lloyds Bank facility.

Loans 1 and 3 are attributed to the Thie Clag (former nurses home) refurbishment.

The total amount drawn down from the Lloyds Bank loan facility is £20,076,281.62.

The request covered the period from 13 June 2025 to 09 December 2025.

The response was issued by the Treasury on 22 December 2025.

All information requested was provided with no redactions.


Settlement Agreements and Warning Notices over 5 year period

Summary: The request sought statistics on settlement agreements and warning notices issued by the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission between 2020 and 2025, including role breakdowns and publication policies. The authority disclosed that its settlement policy only began in June 2024, providing data for 2024 and 2025 while clarifying that warning notices are private matters not subject to public registers.

The Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) only introduced its settlement policy in June 2024, meaning no such agreements existed prior to that date.

In 2024, the GSC entered into 2 settlement agreements with entities and 5 with individuals; in 2025, these figures were 2 and 13 respectively.

Warning notices issued under settlement protocols totaled 5 in 2024 and 11 in 2025.

The GSC considers warning notices to be private matters between the regulator and the individual, with no requirement for a public register or public statement.

In 2025, 8 settlement agreements included provisions restricting individuals from performing controlled roles within GSC-licensed operators.

June 2024
2024
2025
2 entities (2024)
5 individuals (2024)
2 entities (2025)
13 individuals (2025)
2 directors (2024)
4 directors (2025)
1 owner/controller (2024)
3 multiple roles (2024)
8 multiple roles (2025)
5 warning notices (2024)
11 warning notices (2025)
8 restricted role provisions (2025)


Tree felling

Summary: A request was made to the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture regarding revenue from tree felling shipped by Mezeron Freight, but no information was disclosed.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture holds the requested information but refused to release it.

The refusal was based on Section 30 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 regarding economy and commercial interests.

The authority determined that disclosing revenue figures would weaken future negotiating positions and harm value for money.

The public interest test concluded that factors favoring withholding information outweighed those favoring disclosure.

The requester has the right to request an internal review or appeal to the Information Commissioner.

Section 30 - Economy and commercial interests

Section 30(1)(b) - Prejudice to commercial interests


Funding for the next Isle of Man Steampacket vessel

Summary: The requester asked how the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company would fund a £120 million replacement for the Manannan vessel given its existing debt levels. The Treasury refused to provide new information, stating that the details are already reasonably accessible via public news articles.

The request was directed to the Treasury regarding the Isle of Man Steam Packet Group Limited.

The authority determined the information was already reasonably accessible to the public.

The response cited online news articles from IOM Today and BBC News as sources for the requested funding details.

The request was closed on 31 December 2025 with no documents released.

The requester was informed of their right to an internal review or appeal to the Information Commissioner.

£142 million
£138344138.85
£4 million
34 years
£160 million
£120 million
2024
11th of October
10 December 2025
31 December 2025
5160885


PL 777 BOY SHAYNE 2

Summary: A request was made to determine if a loan accompanied a 40% subsidy for the purchase of the fishing vessel PL 777 Boy Shayne. The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture responded that no such loan was provided, resulting in the information not being held.

The request concerned the fishing vessel PL 777 Boy Shayne.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture confirmed they did not provide a loan for the vessel's purchase.

The request was received on 2025-12-10 and responded to on 2025-12-16.

The outcome of the request was classified as 'Information not held'.

The response referenced a 40% Subsidy mentioned in the original query.


Staffing levels and reduction

Summary: The requester asked for a breakdown of 74 staff reductions and remaining staff numbers by category within the Department of Infrastructure. The authority refused to provide the specific data, citing that the information is already reasonably accessible via published quarterly Public Service size reports.

The request concerned a reduction of 74 staff members.

The Department of Infrastructure responded that the information is already reasonably accessible.

The authority cited Section 20 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 as the reason for not providing the data.

The response directed the requester to four specific quarterly reports published between October 2024 and September 2025.

The request was formally closed on 23 December 2025.


SEX ED CURRICULUM

Summary: A request was made for the most recent sex education curriculum for all age groups under PSHE. The Department of Education, Sport and Culture refused to send the documents, stating the information is already reasonably accessible online and that schools must publish their own policies.

The request was received on 11 December 2025 and responded to on 18 December 2025.

The authority cited Section 20 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 to refuse the request.

The requested curriculum is available at desc.gov.im/education/education/relationships-and-sex-education-advisory-curriculum/.

Individual schools are required to have a written Relationships and Sex Education policy approved by their governing body.

Schools must publish their specific policies on their individual websites.


Government funding for IOM team sports

Summary: The request sought government grant funding for five specific team sports in the Isle of Man for the tax years 2022/23, 2023/24, and 2024/25. The Department of Education, Sport and Culture disclosed the full financial figures for all requested sports and years.

Funding data was provided for Football, Cricket, Netball, Hockey, and Rugby.

The Isle of Man Cricket Association received the highest total funding across the three years.

Funding for most sports decreased significantly in the 2024/25 tax year compared to previous years.

The Manx Rugby Football Union saw a substantial increase in funding from 2022/23 to 2024/25.

The request was processed and closed on 12 January 2026.


Calf of Man general election voting provision

Summary: The requester asked about planned polling station provisions for the Calf of Man for the September 2026 General Election, but the Cabinet Office stated it does not hold this specific information.

The Cabinet Office does not hold information regarding planned polling station locations on the Calf of Man.

Residents of the Calf of Man are allocated to vote in the Keys constituency of Rushen.

Voters unable to travel to a polling station may apply for a postal vote or a proxy vote.

The response advises that postal voting may not be practically viable due to the lack of postal service on the Calf of Man.

The request was received on 12 December 2025 and closed on 22 December 2025.


Manor Park Primary school external validation report

Summary: A request was made for the summary of Manor Park Primary school's external validation report, but no information was disclosed because the data is already reasonably accessible to the public.

The request was received on 16 December 2025 and responded to on 17 December 2025.

The authority determined the information was already reasonably accessible under section 20 of the Act.

The requested report summary is available via the Quality Assurance Information portal.

The request was closed without sending any documents.


easyJet discussions

Summary: A request was made for correspondence regarding discussions between the Department of Infrastructure, DfE, and easyJet about the future of the Isle of Man Airport. The Department refused to disclose the information, citing exemptions related to the prejudice of Council of Ministers' deliberations and suggesting the requester contact the airline directly.

The request was received on 2025-12-16 and the outcome was issued on 2026-01-08.

The Department of Infrastructure determined that all requested information was held but exempt.

The authority suggested the requester contact easyJet directly as they may hold relevant information.

Links to Tynwald documents were provided as potentially accessible information under Section 20.

The public interest test concluded that protecting the integrity of Council of Ministers' decision-making outweighed the interest in disclosure.

Section 20: Information already reasonably accessible

Section 15: Information held by a third party (easyJet)

Section 35: Prejudice to the work of the Council of Ministers (qualified exemption)


easyJet Discussions

Summary: The requester asked for correspondence regarding discussions between the Department for Enterprise, Department of Infrastructure, and easyJet about the Isle of Man Airport's future and reliability. The Department for Enterprise responded that it does not hold this information as operational matters are the sole responsibility of the Isle of Man Airport.

The Department for Enterprise does not hold information on the Isle of Man Airport's relationship with easyJet.

Operational matters regarding the airport and airlines are the sole responsibility of the Isle of Man Airport.

The Department for Enterprise leads on strategic air services policy but not day-to-day operations.

The requester was advised to contact the Department of Infrastructure for potential assistance.

The request was closed on 18 December 2025.


Healthy and safety

Summary: The requester asked for health and safety reviews regarding motorcycle restrictions at Dhoon Quarry and other island quarries. The Department of Infrastructure provided some documentation but withheld specific information citing exemptions for personal data.

The request concerned health and safety reviews for motorcycle access at Dhoon Quarry and other quarries.

The Department of Infrastructure partially fulfilled the request by enclosing copies of some information.

Certain information was withheld because it constitutes personal data of individuals other than the requester.

The authority cited the Data Protection (Application of GDPR) Order 2018 as the basis for the exemption.

The requester was informed of their right to an internal review or appeal to the Information Commissioner.

Section 25(2)(b) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (absolutely exempt personal information)

Data Protection (Application of GDPR) Order 2018, Article 5 (data protection principles)

Data Protection (Application of GDPR) Order 2018, Article 6 (conditions for lawful processing)


Love Manx Christmas Ad 2025

Summary: A request was made for production costs, business contributions, and internal planning documents for the 2025 Love Manx Christmas advertisement. The Department for Enterprise disclosed all requested information, including specific costs, confirmation of no business fees, and the full marketing brief.

The total production cost for the 2025 video was £10,000 excluding VAT.

The 2024 video cost £10,150 excluding VAT, plus an additional £1,000 for music licensing.

No businesses featured in the 2025 advertisement paid fees or made financial contributions to appear.

The campaign targets all adults on the Isle of Man, with priority given to Millennials and Gen X parents aged 25-55.

The marketing brief was sent to three potential suppliers in line with procurement guidelines.


Local Authority Rates

Summary: The applicant requested a breakdown of Local Authority rates paid and outstanding for the 2023/24 and 2024/25 financial years, excluding Douglas, Braddan, and Onchan. The Treasury disclosed all requested information, providing specific payment figures per parish and total outstanding amounts in attached appendices.

The Treasury does not collect local authority rates on behalf of Douglas City Council, Braddan Parish Commissioners, or Onchan Commissioners.

The total sum paid to Local Authorities for both rating years combined is £24,614,448.40.

The total sum outstanding for both rating years combined is £861,307.19.

The provided figures exclude water charges and burial ground rates.

Outstanding amounts exclude any properties that are zero-rated.