Hospitals

Summary: The requester asked for hospital bed capacity levels and long-term patient stay statistics at Noble's Hospital for early 2021. The Department of Health and Social Care refused the request, stating they do not hold the information as it is likely held by Manx Care following a 2021 restructuring.

The request was received on 2021-07-19 and responded to on 2021-07-26.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the requested data on Noble's Hospital capacity.

The information is believed to be held by Manx Care.

The Department was redesigned on 2021-04-01 to separate policy setting from service delivery.

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


Social Housing Provision & Occupancy Rates - Southern Areas

Summary: The requester sought detailed statistics on social housing provision, occupancy, and allocation points for southern Isle of Man areas from 2016 to 2021. The Department of Infrastructure responded that it does not hold data broken down by the specific areas requested, but provided figures by local authority operator and noted that sheltered housing data post-2019 is aggregated under the Southern Sheltered Housing Joint Board.

The Department of Infrastructure does not break down social housing data by the specific areas listed in the request (Port Erin, Port St Mary, etc.).

Data was instead provided by local authority operator, as most providers operate within specific areas.

All sheltered housing in the south has been operated by the Southern Sheltered Housing Joint Board since 2019.

The requester clarified they only needed general needs public sector housing data for allocation points (items 5 and 6).

The Southern Region waiting list covers seven local authority areas including Arbory, Castletown, and Rushen.


Supplemental to Request 1912569 on 20/7/2020

Summary: The request sought average waiting list numbers and applicant breakdowns for general needs public sector housing in five specific Isle of Man areas over five years. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed that data for Arbory and Rushen showed no applications from their commissioners, while providing detailed tables for Castletown, Port Erin, Port St Mary, and the Department itself, noting a lack of household type breakdown for Castletown in 2018-19.

Arbory and Rushen Commissioners had zero applications for general needs public sector housing from 2016/17 to the current year.

Data was provided by local authority operator rather than specific geographic area because the Department does not hold area-specific totals.

Household type breakdown data for Castletown Commissioners was unavailable for the 2018-19 period.

The Department of Infrastructure operates social housing across the entire Island, including the Southern Region areas requested.

The request was clarified to exclude sheltered housing and focus only on general needs public sector housing.


Vehicle Driving Tests

Summary: The requester asked for a breakdown of car driving tests by specific engine and transmission types over the last 12 months. The Department of Infrastructure responded that they do not record vehicle make, model, or engine type, but provided figures for manual and automatic transmission tests only.

The Department of Infrastructure does not record the type, make, model, or specific features of vehicles brought for driving tests.

The authority only records whether tests were taken in a manual or automatic transmission vehicle.

Data was provided for the period from 01/07/2020 to 30/06/2021.

The request for statistics on Fully Electric, Mild Hybrid, and Plug-In Hybrid vehicles could not be fulfilled as this data is not held.


Covid related

Summary: A request was made to Manx Care for specific data on vaccination status of active cases, hospital admissions, and deaths, as well as technical details on virus purification and test swab sterilization. The authority partially refused the request, citing practical refusal reasons for data that would require new programming, lack of information held for sterilization chemicals, and public availability for general vaccine questions.

Manx Care does not purify SARS-CoV-2 virus samples on the Isle of Man.

Information regarding vaccination status of specific patients requires creating new programs to derive data from medical records.

General information on whether vaccinated individuals can catch COVID is available on the government website.

PCR nasal buds are not manufactured on the island and are sterilized prior to delivery.

The request was received on 20 July 2021 and the response was issued on 16 August 2021.

1104 active cases
20th July 2021
3 hospital admissions
4 deaths
16th August 2021
1915369

Section 8(3)(b) / Section 11(3)(b) - Practical refusal reason (creating or deriving information)

Section 20 - Information already reasonably accessible

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


Cannabis licences numbers

Summary: The requester asked the Department for Enterprise for statistics on cannabis licence applications and issuances, including a breakdown by licence type. The authority responded that it does not hold the requested information and suggested contacting the Gambling Supervision Commission instead.

The Department for Enterprise does not hold the requested information on cannabis licences.

The authority suggested the requester contact the Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) for assistance.

The request was received on 21 July 2021 and closed on 30 July 2021.

The request covered six specific licence types including High THC Cultivation and Industrial Hemp.

The requester was provided with a reference number (1917601) for future communications.


Port St Mary skatepark

Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture

No information sent - all held but exempt

Summary: The requester asked for planning documents regarding a proposed skatepark in Port St Mary, specifically seeking the rationale for non-support. The authority responded that the information was already reasonably accessible online and clarified that the application was deemed withdrawn rather than refused.

The request concerned planning application 17/01165/A for a skatepark proposed by Port St Mary Commissioners.

The application was an Approval in Principle received on 8th November 2017.

The application was deemed withdrawn on 12th March 2020 due to no further information being received.

The authority refused to provide the documents because they are already available on the online planning portal.

The response cites Section 20 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 as the reason for not providing the information.

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


Policy regarding planning permission for works in Conservation areas

Summary: A request was made to the Department of Infrastructure regarding planning permissions and decision-making processes for road works in Kirk Michael's conservation area. The authority responded with some information but confirmed that not all requested documents were held.

The request concerns works on Main Road, Kirk Michael, within a conservation area.

The Department of Infrastructure stated that some information was sent but not all was held.

The request specifically asked for documentation on why planning consent was deemed unnecessary.

The response included inquiries about CEO Nick Black and Director of Highways Jeffry Robinson.

The authority received the request on 2021-07-26 and issued the outcome on 2021-08-20.


Death certifications

Summary: The requester asked for all death certificates or a list of deaths 'from' and 'with' COVID-19 for 2019, 2020, and 2021. The Cabinet Office disclosed a spreadsheet containing death registration data for 2020 and the first half of 2021, but confirmed they do not hold the actual certificates and noted there were no COVID-19 deaths in 2019.

The Cabinet Office does not hold physical death certificates; these are held by the Civil Registry.

Public Health receives weekly spreadsheets containing cause of death information but excludes the name of the person who registered the death.

There were no deaths due to COVID-19 recorded in 2019.

Data for 2020 is fully coded to distinguish between deaths 'from' and 'with' COVID-19.

Data for 2021 has not yet been coded, so the distinction relies on the narrative within the death certificate.


Covid Placebos

Summary: The requester asked for details regarding COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials, placebo usage, and the nature of the vaccination program on the Isle of Man. Manx Care responded that the information was not held because the Health Service did not participate in clinical trials and the program was not a trial, while directing the requester to public resources for general vaccination information.

The Isle of Man Health Service has not participated in COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials.

The vaccination program is not a clinical trial.

Manx Care does not hold information regarding the number of people vaccinated with placebos.

Information on the vaccination process is available on the government website covid19.gov.im.

The request was closed on 17 August 2021.

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

Section 20 of the Act (Information already reasonably accessible)


Sars-cov2 information supply?

Summary: A request was made to Manx Care for details on the source, data, and method of obtaining SARS-CoV-2 genome information. Manx Care refused the request under Section 11(3)(a) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015, stating they do not hold the information as genomic sequencing is conducted by specialist laboratories in England.

Manx Care does not hold the requested information regarding SARS-CoV-2 genome sources or data.

Genomic sequencing for SARS-CoV-2 is not carried out in the Isle of Man health service laboratory.

Samples are sent to specialist laboratories in England within the Public Health Laboratory Service.

The authority suggested contacting Public Health, Cabinet Office for further assistance on Q1.

The request was formally closed on 18th August 2021.

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


Modification of Covid Direction Notices

Summary: The request sought statistics on applications, modifications, and withdrawals of Covid Direction Notices, as well as the number of officials with delegated powers. The Cabinet Office disclosed specific figures for Key Workers and Returning Residents but stated it did not hold data on the total number of applications made by Returning Residents.

There were 332 Key Worker applications for modified direction notices.

310 Key Workers and 258 Returning Residents had their notices modified.

14 Key Worker notices were withdrawn and 8 were declined.

No modified direction notices were withdrawn for Returning Residents.

51 officers currently hold authorisations to carry out the Chief Secretary's Public Health Regulation functions.


Nobles Hospital

Summary: A request was made for a 10-year breakdown of patient admissions to Nobles Hospital for specific conditions including strokes, heart issues, and miscarriages. The Department of Health and Social Care refused the request, stating they do not hold the information as it is likely held by Manx Care following a 2021 restructuring.

The request covered admissions for strokes, blood clotting, heart-related issues, miscarriages, neurological disorders, and life-threatening allergies.

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

The information is likely held by Manx Care, a separate entity responsible for service delivery.

The Department was redesigned on 1 April 2021 to separate policy setting from service delivery.

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

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


Nobles Hospital

Summary: The requester asked for patient admission statistics for six specific medical categories from 2010 to July 2021. The Department of Health and Social Care refused the request, stating they do not hold the information as it is likely held by Manx Care following a 2021 restructuring.

The request covered patient admissions for strokes, miscarriage, cardiac arrests, neurological disorders, life-threatening allergies, and blood clotting.

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

The information is likely held by Manx Care, the service delivery body.


Email Correspondence & Initial Assessment Research

Summary: The request sought email correspondence regarding specific planning applications and initial assessment research for various farms, to which the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture provided a partial response including a refusal recommendation for the Ballacroak development and historical research notes.

The authority recommended refusing planning application 20/00386/B for Ballacroak due to the loss of vernacular buildings.

Ballacroak is identified as a traditional Manx Quarterland farm comprising approximately 120 acres.

The site's buildings are recorded on Asylum Plans and the 1868 Ordnance Survey map.

Historical research indicates Ballacroak was controlled by Rushen Abbey until the dissolution in 1540.

The response included documentation for the 'Initial Assessment Research' regarding the Ballacroak site.


Covid statistics ratio vaccinated & unvaccinated

Summary: The requester asked for June and July 2021 statistics on COVID-19 positive cases broken down by vaccination status. The Department of Health and Social Care refused the request, stating they do not hold the information as it is likely held by Manx Care following a 2021 restructuring.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the requested vaccination status data for COVID-19 cases.

The information may be held by Manx Care, a separate entity responsible for care delivery.

The refusal was issued under Section 11(3)a of the Freedom of Information Act 2015.


New secondary school in Castletown

Summary: A request was made for reports, correspondence, design cases, and financial details regarding the proposed new Castle Rushen High School in Castletown. The Department of Education, Sport and Culture disclosed the strategic brief but withheld cost estimates and option appraisals under a commercial interests exemption to protect the upcoming tendering process.

The request was received on 26 July 2021 and the response was issued on 23 September 2021.

The Department disclosed the Castle Rushen High School (CRHS) strategic brief.

Cost estimates and option appraisals were withheld to prevent prejudice to the commercial tendering process.

The Department argued that disclosure could impact the Government's ability to achieve value for money.

The outcome of the case was upheld as 'full' on 14 March 2022.

26 July 2021
23 September 2021
18th Dec 2018
14 March 2022
section 30 (2) (b)
2021/22 budget
709 pages
22 documents

Section 30 (2) (b) of the Act (Commercial interests)


Decision not to publicise Sunflower lanyard scheme at  IoM Airport

Summary: The requester asked for information regarding the decision not to publicise the Sunflower lanyard scheme at Isle of Man Airport due to fears of misuse. The Department of Infrastructure confirmed that while the scheme was initially not publicised for this reason, the decision has since been reversed and information is now available on the airport website.

The original decision not to publicise the Sunflower lanyard scheme was made by Airport management working with the handling agent.

The rationale for the initial non-publication was to prevent misuse by passengers without hidden disabilities.

The decision has been changed, and information regarding the scheme is now published on the Airport website.

The request references a House of Keys question asked by Rob Callister mhk on 25 February 2020.

The response was issued by the Department of Infrastructure on 3 August 2021.

25 February 2020
26 July 2021
3 August 2021
1925129
2 pages
1 document


Coronavirus arrests and sentences since 2020

Summary: A request for statistics on coronavirus arrests, juvenile involvement, custodial sentences, and fixed penalty notices in the Isle of Man from March 2020 to July 2021 was partially fulfilled. The Department of Home Affairs provided data for the period up to March 2021 and total custodial sentences, but withheld information for April to July 2021 and juvenile sentence counts as it is held by other authorities.

There were 215 arrests for COVID-19 offences between March 2020 and March 2021.

35 of the arrests between March 2020 and March 2021 involved juveniles under the age of 18.

A total of 71 persons received a custodial sentence for breach of Coronavirus Regulations from March 2020 to July 2021.

37 Fixed Penalty Notices were issued by the Police between March 2020 and March 2021.

The Department of Home Affairs does not hold data for the period of 1st April to 27th July 2021 or on juveniles receiving custodial sentences.

Information not held by the public authority

Information held by separate Data Controllers (Isle of Man Constabulary and/or General Registry)


DESC Social Equity Funding Business Case (Pupil Premium)

Summary: The request sought the Treasury's response to a 2019 business case for Social Equity Funding (Pupil Premium) and related internal documents, including correspondence and pandemic-related costs. The Treasury disclosed the original business case and a 2020 paper regarding the Free School Meals Voucher Scheme, but withheld some information citing partial exemptions.

The Department of Education, Sport and Culture (DESC) submitted a business case in August 2019 requesting £2,657,000 per annum for social equity funding.

The Treasury suggested a conditional resource allocation where schools must bid for funds rather than direct ring-fencing.

A separate Treasury Paper (20/389) requested £140,000 from the Covid-19 contingency fund to extend free school meals during the 2020 summer holidays.

The response noted that 24.1% fewer primary school pupils receiving Free School Meals achieve the key benchmark of 5 Level 2 passes.

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


Staff Turnover

Summary: The Isle of Man Post Office was requested to provide staff turnover figures for the last five years, split by actual numbers and percentages. The authority fully disclosed the data, providing annual statistics for actual leavers, full-time equivalent leavers, and their respective percentages of the workforce from 2016/17 to 2020/21.

The request was received on 2 August 2021 and responded to on 16 August 2021.

Staff turnover data covers the five-year period from 2016/17 to 2020/21.

The highest number of actual leavers occurred in 2019/20 with 30 staff members.

The lowest number of actual leavers occurred in 2017/18 with 12 staff members.

All quoted figures exclude limited term contracts.

2016/17: 19 actual leavers, 17.23 FTE leavers, 5.59% of workers, 5.21% of FTE

2017/18: 12 actual leavers, 11.73 FTE leavers, 3.40% of workers, 3.56% of FTE

2018/19: 24 actual leavers, 22.03 FTE leavers, 6.88% of workers, 6.79% of FTE

2019/20: 30 actual leavers, 26.80 FTE leavers, 9.62% of workers, 9.22% of FTE

2020/21: 22 actual leavers, 19.50 FTE leavers, 7.24% of workers, 6.86% of FTE


Cannabis Licences

Summary: The requester asked for the number of cannabis licence applications received and issued, along with a breakdown by licence type. The Gambling Supervision Commission disclosed that four applications had been received since June 2021, but no licences had been issued to date.

The Gambling Supervision Commission received four cannabis licence applications to date.

No cannabis licences have been issued as of the response date.

Applications for medicinal cannabis export sector licences opened in June 2021.

Accepted applications are allocated to an Inspector for processing within 10-12 weeks.

A list of all licence holders will be published on the authority's website.


Stroke admissions

Summary: The requester asked for monthly statistics on stroke and heart attack admissions at Noble's Hospital from March 2019 to July 2021. Manx Care provided the data but noted that 2020 figures may be lower due to a backlog of uncoded clinical episodes.

The request covered admissions for strokes, heart attacks, and elevated heart rates at Noble's Hospital.

Data was requested for the period from March 2019 to July 2021, split month by month.

Manx Care clarified that the stroke data includes generic and haemorrhagic strokes.

The heart condition data includes heart attacks, high blood pressure, and elevated blood pressure without a hypertension diagnosis.

A significant backlog of uncoded consultant episodes from 2020 may have resulted in lower reported numbers for that year.


40 mph buffer zone - Poortown Road

Summary: The requester asked for justification regarding the use of 2011 traffic data and evidence of officer experience and police support for a 40mph buffer zone on Poortown Road. The Department of Infrastructure responded by providing all requested information, including a 36-page guidance document on speed limits and traffic calming thresholds.

The Department of Infrastructure confirmed that all information regarding the Poortown Road buffer zone was sent.

The decision to introduce the buffer zone was based on traffic speed data, officer experience, and police consultation.

The response included a guidance document (GN-06-026) detailing criteria for implementing speed limits and traffic calming measures.

Traffic calming measures are required for a 40mph limit if the 85th percentile speed surveyed is 46mph or higher.

The guidance document was signed off by the Director on 17 May 2018.


Ballacollister Road

Summary: The requester asked for documents and reasons regarding the cancellation of planned resurfacing works on Ballacollister Road after a sign was removed without explanation. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed that the works were delayed because the proposed Traffic Management Plan was rejected, though a revised plan has since been approved.

The proposed resurfacing of Ballacollister Road did not proceed as planned.

A sign indicating works would commence on 23 July was removed on 22 July.

The delay was caused by the rejection of the Traffic Management Plan by the Traffic and Safety Manager.

A revised layout for the works has been submitted and approved.

Residents have been informed of the delay and the new start date is yet to be confirmed.


Covid 19

Summary: A request was made for the number of vaccinated and unvaccinated people hospitalized with Covid-19 as of August 2, 2021. The Department of Health and Social Care refused the request, stating they do not hold the information as it is likely held by Manx Care following a structural redesign.

The request was received on 2021-08-02 and responded to on 2021-08-16.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the requested vaccination status data for hospitalized patients.

The information is likely held by Manx Care due to the separation of policy and service delivery.

The Department was redesigned on 1 April 2021 following Sir Jonathan Michael's Independent Review.

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

19 people in hospital
2nd August 2021
16 August 2021
1 April 2021
1933890


Registered Deaths

Summary: A request was made for monthly registered death statistics in the Isle of Man from July 2019 to July 2021, and the Department for Enterprise provided the complete dataset as requested.

The request was received on 3 August 2021 and responded to on 7 September 2021.

The authority handling the request was the Department for Enterprise.

Data was provided for 36 months covering July 2019 through July 2021.

The highest number of registered deaths in a single month was 100 in January 2020.

The outcome was classified as 'All information sent' with no redactions.


Incidence of COVID in St John's Primary School

Summary: The request sought the date the headmistress of St John's Primary School became aware of a pupil with COVID-19 during specific weeks in July 2021. The Department of Education disclosed that the Head Teacher was informed of a positive PCR test result for a member of the school community on 19 July 2021.

The request concerned St John's Primary School in the Isle of Man.

The Head Teacher was informed of a positive COVID-19 case on Monday 19 July 2021.

The positive case was confirmed via a PCR test.

The individual identified as positive was a member of the school community.

The response was issued by the Corporate Services Division of the Department of Education, Sport and Culture.


IOM Deaths by year.

Summary: The requester asked for monthly death totals in the Isle of Man from 2013 to 2021, but the Cabinet Office refused to provide monthly data or 2021 figures due to lack of availability and the requirement to create new information. Instead, the authority disclosed annual death totals by gender for the years 2013 through 2020.

The Cabinet Office does not hold monthly death data for the requested period.

The request for 2021 data was refused because the annual processing work was not yet complete.

The authority cited Section 11(3)(b) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 as a practical refusal.

Annual death statistics by gender were provided for the years 2013 to 2020.

The requester was advised to contact the authority again later for 2021 figures.

2013: 778 total deaths (411 male, 367 female)

2014: 805 total deaths (378 male, 427 female)

2015: 852 total deaths (418 male, 434 female)

2016: 856 total deaths (428 male, 428 female)

2017: 836 total deaths (409 male, 427 female)

2018: 919 total deaths (457 male, 462 female)

2019: 840 total deaths (419 male, 421 female)

2020: 917 total deaths (479 male, 438 female)

Section 11(3)(b) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Practical refusal)

Section 8(3) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Not required to create or derive information)


Children hospitalised re: covid

Summary: A request was made to Manx Care for statistics on children under 16 hospitalized with COVID-19 in July 2021, including attendance numbers, admissions, length of stay, and percentages relative to total cases. The authority disclosed all requested information, confirming 6 emergency attendances and 4 admissions with an average stay of 2.5 days.

The data covers the period from 1 July 2021 to 31 July 2021.

There were 6 emergency department attendances by children under 16 with COVID-19.

4 children under 16 were admitted to hospital with confirmed COVID-19.

The average length of stay for admitted children was 2.5 days.

Children under 16 represented 9% of total COVID-19 emergency attendances and 16% of total admissions.


Applications for Trees felling on the government house land.

Summary: The request sought all tree felling applications on Government House land over the last two years. The authority disclosed five specific tree felling licences issued by the Agriculture & Lands Directorate but noted that planning-related tree removal information is exempt and accessible via a public search facility.

Tree felling licences are issued by the Agriculture & Lands Directorate, not Planning and Building Control.

Five specific licences were issued between September 2019 and February 2021.

Information regarding tree removal under the Town and Country Planning Act is exempt from disclosure.

Exempt planning information is available via the public Planning search facility.

The request was received on 9 August 2021 and closed on 16 August 2021.

S.20 of the Freedom of Information Act (information accessible via public search facility)


Informed consent

Summary: A request was made to Manx Care for the full nucleotide base sequences of approved COVID vaccines and data on spike protein biodistribution and toxicity. The authority responded that it does not hold this information and therefore could not disclose it.

Manx Care stated it does not hold the requested information regarding COVID vaccine nucleotide sequences.

Manx Care confirmed it does not carry out analysis on spike protein biodistribution, half-life, or toxicity.

The request was refused under Section 11(3)a of the Freedom of Information Act 2015.

Applicants were advised to contact Public Health within the Cabinet Office for potential assistance.

Links to UK government websites for Pfizer, AstraZeneca, and Moderna vaccine information were provided.


Informed Consent

Summary: A request for the full nucleotide base sequences of approved COVID vaccines and data on spike protein biodistribution, half-life, and toxicity was made to the Isle of Man Department of Health and Social Care. The authority responded that the information is not held, citing a practical refusal reason under Section 11(3)a of the Freedom of Information Act 2015.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the requested nucleotide sequences or spike protein toxicity data.

The refusal was based on Section 11(3)a of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 as a practical reason.

The Isle of Man administers three authorized vaccines: Pfizer/BioNTech (Comirnaty), Astra Zeneca/Oxford (Vaxzevria), and Moderna.

All vaccines used have been approved by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).

The request was received on 2021-08-09 and closed on 2021-08-23.


Informed consent

Summary: A request was made for the full nucleotide base sequence of approved COVID vaccines and data on spike protein biodistribution and toxicity. The Cabinet Office responded that it does not hold this information and suggested contacting Manx Care instead.

The Cabinet Office does not hold the requested information regarding COVID vaccine sequences or spike protein data.

The request was received on 2021-08-09 and the response was issued on 2021-08-20.

Applicants are advised to contact Manx Care or submit a direct FOI request to them.

The case reference number for this request is 1941382.

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


Differentiating between variants

Summary: A request was made for details on the SARS-CoV-2 variant differentiation testing process and virus isolates, but the Department of Health and Social Care refused to provide the information.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the requested information regarding SARS-CoV-2 variant testing.

The information may be held by Manx Care, which is responsible for the delivery of care services.

The Department was redesigned on 1 April 2021 to separate policy setting from service delivery.

The refusal is based on the practical reason that the information cannot be found after taking reasonable steps.

The request was closed on 23 August 2021.


Differentiation of variants

Summary: The requester asked Manx Care for details on SARS-CoV-2 variant differentiation processes and non-PCR virus isolates. Manx Care refused to provide the information, stating they do not hold the requested data and do not perform virus isolation.

Manx Care does not hold information regarding the test process for differentiating SARS-CoV-2 variants.

Manx Care explicitly stated they do not isolate SARS-CoV-2 virus.

The authority suggested the requester consult the CerTest BIOTEC website for advice.

The request was refused under Section 11(3)a of the Freedom of Information Act 2015.

The response was issued on 6th September 2021 regarding a request received on 9th August 2021.


Procurement of Supplies for PCR Tests

Summary: A request was made to Manx Care to identify the companies supplying materials for on-island PCR testing. The authority disclosed the names and websites of three specific suppliers for swabs, lateral flow devices, and plastics.

Medical Wire supplies swabs for PCR testing.

Hughes Healthcare supplies Lateral Flow Devices.

Thermo Fisher supplies plastics for testing.

The request was received on 10 August 2021 and responded to on 8 September 2021.

All requested information was provided without redaction.


Procurement of Supplies for PCR Tests

Summary: The requester asked for the names of companies procuring PCR test supplies for on-island testing, but the Department of Health and Social Care refused the request stating they do not hold the information.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the requested information regarding PCR test supply procurement.

The information is likely held by Manx Care due to the separation of policy and service delivery.

The Department was redesigned on 1 April 2021 following Sir Jonathan Michael's Independent Review.

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

The request was closed on 20 August 2021.


Female and Male undergraduate students at Oxford

Summary: The requester asked for historical data on undergraduate students accepted to study Medicine at Oxford, split by sex. The Department of Education, Sport and Culture disclosed that from October 2011, they supported a total of 4 students, comprising 3 females and 1 male.

The request was received on 11 August 2021 and responded to on 10 September 2021.

The authority clarified the time period to cover the last ten years or from the earliest available date.

The Freedom of Information Act 2015 applies only to information created on or after 11 October 2011.

The Department of Education, Sport and Culture supported 4 undergraduate students to study medicine at Oxford.

The breakdown of supported students was 3 female and 1 male.

11 August 2021
10 September 2021
11 October 2011
4
3 female
1 male
1944545


Details of the TT Homestay contract with Miquando.com

Summary: The requester asked for payment details to Miquando.com for the TT Homestay contract over the last five years and the contract's renewal date. The Department for Enterprise responded that some information was sent but part of the request was exempt, closing the case without providing the specific financial or renewal details in the provided text.

The request was made to the Department for Enterprise regarding the TT Homestay contract with Miquando.com.

The request sought payment amounts over the last 5 years and contract renewal details.

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

The request was received on 2021-08-12 and the outcome date was 2021-09-10.

The response text provided does not contain the specific payment figures or renewal dates requested.


Operation Strongbox cost versus results

Summary: The request sought the cost, budget, and seizure results of Operation Strongbox; the Constabulary disclosed specific overtime costs and seizure statistics but stated no estimated total budget exists as the operation is absorbed into normal duties.

Operation Strongbox began on 28 June 2021.

The total cost for overtime and unsocial hours payments is £605.73.

There is no estimated total budget as the operation runs on normal policing duties.

27 investigations into money laundering and drug production have been conducted.

The total street value of seized drugs and money is £95,752.


Morphine and Midazolam

Summary: The request sought monthly prescription statistics for Midazolam and Morphine from 2010 to 2021, along with COVID-19 treatment protocols. The authority disclosed all requested information, providing detailed monthly dispensing data for various Midazolam formulations.

The request was made to Manx Care on 2021-08-16 and concluded on 2021-09-15.

The outcome was 'All information sent' with no exemptions applied.

The response includes 24 pages of data across 3 documents.

Detailed monthly dispensing figures for Midazolam are provided from January 2010 through July 2019.

The data covers multiple Midazolam formulations including injections, infusions, and oral solutions.


Midazolam and Morphine

Summary: The requester asked for prescription and usage statistics for Midazolam and Morphine from 2010 to 2021, as well as COVID-19 treatment protocols. The Department of Health and Social Care refused the request stating they do not hold the information, which is likely held by Manx Care following a 2021 restructuring.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the requested drug usage statistics or treatment protocols.

The information is likely held by Manx Care due to the separation of policy and service delivery.

The Department was redesigned on 1 April 2021 following Sir Jonathan Michael's Independent Review.

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


Red Arrows

Summary: A request was made to determine the funding amount from the Domestic Events fund for the Red Arrows event on August 28, 2021. The Department for Enterprise confirmed that £7,500 was allocated to the event organized by Manx Radio.

The Domestic Events Fund allocated £7,500 for the Red Arrows event.

The Red Arrows were scheduled to visit the island on 28 August 2021.

The request was received on 16 August 2021 and responded to on 26 August 2021.

All requested information was disclosed with no exemptions applied.


Role and funding of Footpath Friends

Summary: The request sought details on the Department of Infrastructure's funding and contractual arrangements with the group Footpath Friends. The authority disclosed that the group received £25,000 annually for three years to undertake agreed works, which were monitored on a job-by-job basis, and confirmed the contract has since expired.

Footpath Friends received £25,000 per year in funding from the Department of Infrastructure.

The total contract value was £75,000 over a three-year period.

The contract has expired and no funding is currently available for the group.

Works and targets were agreed and monitored on a job-by-job basis rather than through fixed KPIs.

The funding was not awarded through a competitive tender but via an FD8 Waiver.


Appeal number 19/0140/B

Summary: The requester sought correspondence regarding a planning appeal involving the Cabinet Office, specific ministers, and the Department of Environment. The Cabinet Office provided some information for part 2 of the request but withheld personal data under exemption and confirmed it did not hold information for parts 1, 3, and 4.

The request was received on 2021-08-17 and responded to on 2021-09-15.

Information for part 2 of the request was partially released, with some withheld as personal data.

The Cabinet Office confirmed it does not hold information requested in parts 1, 3, and 4.

The requester was advised to contact the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture for information regarding tree felling and boundary issues.

The response cites Section 25 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 as the basis for withholding personal information.

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

Data Protection (Application of GDPR) Order 2018 (Article 5 and Article 6)


Non-operational status of Isle of Man Airport Inshore Rescue Boat

Summary: A request was made regarding the non-operational status of the Isle of Man Airport Inshore Rescue Boat, to which the Department of Infrastructure responded that the vessel has been out of service since 2013 due to age and that the new boat's deployment is delayed by pandemic-related training issues.

The Airport has been without an operational Inshore Rescue Boat (IRB) since 2013.

The original boat was withdrawn from service due to its age and condition.

A replacement craft arrived on the island in late 2019.

Staff training to Royal Yacht Association standards is required before the new boat can be deployed.

The IRB is designed to deliver buoyancy aids for water landings, not to rescue persons from the sea.


Metadata Request for Documents in FOI Response

Summary: The requester asked for original file formats and comprehensive metadata for documents previously released in a separate FOI response regarding environmental assessments. The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture responded by providing metadata extracted from the file properties of the documents contained in Appendix 3.

The request was made on 2021-08-18 and the response was issued on 2021-09-17.

The authority handling the request is the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture.

The request specifically targeted documents titled 'Rapid Initial Visual Assessment' and 'Initial Assessment Recommendation Report'.

The outcome was classified as 'Some information sent but not all held'.

The response included metadata obtained from file properties for pages 1 through 37 of Appendix 3.


Information regarding complaints

Summary: A request was made for copies of complaints regarding Ballakindry Mill Ballabeg, including dates and complainant details. The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture refused to disclose the information, stating it was held but exempt.

The request concerned complaints about Ballakindry Mill Ballabeg.

The authority responded that all requested information was held but exempt.

The applicant was identified as the owner of the property in question.

The response outlined the right to appeal to the Information Commissioner.


Engagement with Exam Boards for 2022 External Exams and use of CAIE

Summary: The request sought correspondence and internal documents regarding 2022 exam changes and the suitability of the CAIE board following the Beamans Report. The Department of Education, Sport and Culture released some internal updates and a summary table but withheld consultation responses and other correspondence, stating they were not held or could not be found.

The Department does not hold consultation responses as they are submitted online without a facility to save them.

Released documents include a summary table of 2022 exams and updates from Ballakermeen and Castle Rushen High Schools.

Information regarding WJEC adaptations to GCSE and AS/A Level qualifications for 2022 was provided.

The Department could not find some of the requested information after taking reasonable steps.

The request specifically targeted the period from the Beamans Report (22 September 2020) to the request date.

Information could not be found after taking reasonable steps


Permitted Development 5G

Summary: The requester asked for a list of 5G mast installations and planned applications under Permitted Development on the Isle of Man. The authority refused to provide the specific lists, citing that the information is already reasonably accessible via their public online planning portal, though they did provide a sample list of historical 'telecommunication' applications.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture determined the requested information was already reasonably accessible to the public.

Planning applications can be viewed online at www.gov.im/viewapplications.

Applications from 2003 onwards are digitally scanned and available online.

Applications between 1984 and 2003 are held on microfiche at Murray House, Douglas.

Applications prior to 1984 are held at the Public Records Office.


Capital projects - new school buildings

Summary: A request was made for business cases, meeting minutes, and financial data regarding three specific school capital projects (CRHS, QEII Science/Technology, and QEII Sixth Form). The Treasury partially upheld the request, disclosing the December 2016 CRHS business case which includes a detailed suitability survey of the existing building.

The request covered capital projects for CRHS redevelopment and two new builds at QEII.

The outcome was 'Upheld - partial' on 2022-02-10.

The disclosed document is the CRHS Business Case dated December 2016.

The business case includes a suitability study assessing the impact of current spaces on teaching and behavior.

The study identified multiple rooms with door widths narrower than required by current legislation for wheelchair access.

2021-08-23
2022-02-10
December 2016
377 pages
11 documents
2018/2019
Room Ref A103
Room Ref A105
Room Ref A106
Room Ref A107
Room Ref A108
Room Ref A109
Room Ref A110
Room Ref A111
Room Ref A112
Room Ref A113
Room Ref A114
Room Ref A115
Room Ref A116
Room Ref A119
Room Ref A120


Number of Government workers vaccinated

Summary: A request was made to the Isle of Man Cabinet Office for the percentage of government workers vaccinated against Covid-19. The authority responded that it does not hold this information and suggested contacting Manx Care instead.

The Cabinet Office does not hold the requested vaccination data for government workers.

The request was received on 25 August 2021.

The response was issued on 6 September 2021.

Applicants are advised to contact Manx Care or submit a direct FOI request to them.


Naseem's Manx Brain Tumour Charity - 1046

Summary: A request was made for 10-year statistics on primary brain tumour diagnoses and demographics for Isle of Man residents. The Department of Health and Social Care refused the request, stating they do not hold the information as it is likely held by Manx Care following a 2021 restructuring.

The request asked for primary brain tumour diagnosis numbers and demographics over the last 10 years.

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

The information is likely held by Manx Care due to the separation of policy and service delivery.

The Department was redesigned on 1 April 2021 following Sir Jonathan Michael's Independent Review.

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


Legality of vaccine administration

Summary: The requester questioned the legality of COVID-19 vaccine administration in the Isle of Man after the State of Emergency ended in June 2020. The Cabinet Office clarified that vaccine authorizations are managed by the UK's MHRA and are independent of the local state of emergency, confirming the vaccines are legal.

The Medical and Health Care products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) authorizes drugs and vaccines for the UK and Crown Dependencies.

Vaccine approval was not part of the Isle of Man Emergency Response to COVID-19.

The ending of the Isle of Man State of Emergency on 26 June 2020 had no impact on vaccine authorizations.

All COVID-19 vaccine authorizations occurred subsequent to June 2020.

Temporary authorizations are separate from legislation and remain in place.

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


Speed Limit Changes and Processes

Summary: The request sought details on speed limit changes in 2021, including specific locations, legislative orders, and supporting data. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed that two speed limits were changed to 30 mph in specific areas and outlined the procedural steps taken under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1985.

Two speed limit changes occurred during 2021.

30 mph limits were implemented on the A24 Foxdale Road, Eairy, and in the Jurby Industrial Estate.

The changes followed procedures under Section 23 of The Road Traffic Regulation Act 1985.

Orders were advertised in the paper twice with a 14-day objection period.

Original Orders were sent to the Public Records Office.


Brain Tumour Incidences on Isle of Man - identifying future resources

Summary: Naseem's Manx Brain Tumour Charity requested data on primary brain tumour diagnoses and demographics for Isle of Man residents over the last 10 years. Manx Care disclosed that there were 257 discharges with relevant clinical codes between September 2011 and August 2021, providing a breakdown by year and area.

The request covered primary brain tumour diagnoses for Isle of Man residents over a 10-year period.

Manx Care reported 257 discharges clinically coded with brain tumour diagnoses between 1st September 2011 and 31st August 2021.

The data includes a breakdown of discharges by year and by specific geographic areas (IM1-IM9).

The highest number of discharges in a single year was 40, occurring in both 2015 and 2017.

The lowest number of discharges in a single year was 3, recorded in 2020.


Remdesivir prescription levels


Test for Covid Variants

Summary: The requester asked Manx Care to explain the method used to differentiate SARS-CoV-2 variants from standard positive tests. Manx Care responded by providing a link to the specific RT-PCR kit documentation and noting that further testing is sent to Public Health England.

Manx Care uses the Certest New VIASURE SARS-CoV-2 Variants I & II RT-PCR Kits for variant testing.

Further testing, if required, is sent to PHE Colindale (Public Health England, Colindale Laboratory).

The request was received on 30 August 2021 and responded to on 14 September 2021.

The response was classified as 'All information sent'.

The requester was advised to quote reference number 1968493 in future communications.


SARS COV2 Variant identification

Summary: The requester asked for the method used to differentiate SARS-CoV-2 variants from standard positive tests. The Department of Health and Social Care refused the request, stating they do not hold the information as it is likely held by Manx Care following a 2021 restructuring.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the requested information on variant testing methods.

The information is believed to be held by Manx Care.

The Department was redesigned on 1 April 2021 to separate policy setting from care delivery.

The redesign was a result of Sir Jonathan Michael's Independent Review of the Isle of Manx Health and Care System.

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


5G safety Data

Summary: A request for safety data and research regarding 5G usage in the Isle of Man was submitted to the Department of Infrastructure, which responded that it does not hold the information as it is not the responsible authority.

The Department of Infrastructure does not hold the requested 5G safety data.

The Communications Commission is identified as the likely authority holding the information.

The Department of Environment, Food & Agriculture conducted a consultation on the Telecommunications Development Order in 2019.

The request was received on 30 August 2021 and closed on 31 August 2021.

Applicants are directed to specific government websites for existing health advice on mobile phone masts and 5G.


5G Safety Diligence

Summary: The requester asked for safety data and due diligence regarding 5G usage by Isle of Man government departments. The Manx Utilities Authority responded that they do not hold this information because 5G was not considered for their Smart Metering programme.

Manx Utilities Authority does not hold the requested 5G safety data.

5G technology was not considered for the Smart Metering programme.

The authority suggested contacting the Communications and Utilities Regulatory Authority for further information.

The request was closed on 9 September 2021.


5G safety Data

Summary: A request was made for all safety data, research, and due diligence regarding 5G usage conducted by Isle of Man government departments. The Department of Health and Social Care responded that the information is not held and therefore could not be disclosed.

The request was received on 2021-08-30 and responded to on 2021-09-09.

The Department of Health and Social Care stated it does not hold the requested 5G safety data.

The refusal was based on Section 11(3)a of the Freedom of Information Act 2015.

The requester was directed to the public domain for similar FOIA responses.


Remdesivir usage and hospital admissions

Summary: The requester asked for Remdesivir usage statistics and hospital admission data from 2010 to 2021, but the Department of Health and Social Care refused the request stating they do not hold the information.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the requested data on Remdesivir usage or hospital admissions.

The information is likely held by Manx Care, a separate entity responsible for care delivery.

The Department was redesigned on 1 April 2021 to separate policy setting from service delivery.

The request was formally closed on 3 September 2021.

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


Ambulance callouts

Summary: A request was made to Manx Care for ambulance callout statistics and reasons from August 2015 to August 2021, and the authority confirmed that all requested information was sent.

The request covered a period from August 2015 to August 2021 inclusive.

Manx Care responded with 16 pages of data across 2 documents.

The outcome was 'All information sent' with no redactions or exemptions applied.

Data includes monthly breakdowns of callout types such as Falls, Breathing Problems, and Chest Pain.

The response distinguishes between total callouts and 'Vehicle Not Required' (VNR) incidents.


Covid related

Summary: The requester asked Manx Care about the isolation and purification of SARS-CoV-2, laboratory methods, and PCR testing costs. Manx Care clarified that they extract RNA for detection rather than isolate the virus, directed the requester to existing public information for lab methods, and disclosed specific spending figures for PCR tests.

Manx Care extracts SARS-CoV-2 RNA for detection purposes, not to achieve isolation or purification.

The first RNA extraction on the Isle of Man occurred on 20th April 2020, with prior extractions done at PHE Manchester starting 19th March 2020.

Samples requiring further examination are sent to PHE Manchester, PHE Colindale, and Liverpool University.

Information regarding laboratory methods for distinguishing molecular conformation is already publicly accessible via a previous FOI response.

Staffing costs were explicitly excluded from the reported PCR testing expenditure.


Health care during TT

Summary: The requester asked for the cost of healthcare provided to injured TT and FOM festival participants over the last five years. The Department for Enterprise responded that the requested information is not held.

The request was made to the Department for Enterprise on 2021-09-02.

The request sought cost data for the Isle of Man NHS regarding injured competitors or visitors at TT or FOM festivals.

The data period requested covered the last 5 years prior to the request.

The authority determined that the information was not held.

The request was formally closed on 2021-09-27.


MHK's Business/share Interests

Summary: The requester asked for a list of share and business interests held by Members of the House of Keys and civil servants, including purchase dates. The Cabinet Office responded that it does not hold this information, noting that the House of Keys is currently dissolved and that civil servant interests are governed by publicly available codes rather than a central register.

The Cabinet Office does not hold details of Tynwald Members' interests.

The House of Keys is currently dissolved, so only Members of the Legislative Council (MLC) interests are viewable.

Civil servants must adhere to the Civil Service Regulations, Civil Service Code, Government Code, and Financial Regulations regarding conflicts of interest.

Information on Tynwald Members' interests is published online by the Clerk of Tynwald's Office.

The request was closed on 20 September 2021.

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


MHK's Business/Shares Interests

Summary: A request was made for a list of shares and business interests held by MHK and civil servants, including purchase dates. The Department of Home Affairs responded that the information is not held and cannot be found after reasonable steps.

The authority responded on 2021-09-06 stating the information is not held.

The request covered shares and business interests for MHK and civil servants.

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


MHK's Business/Shares Interests

Summary: A request was made for a list of share and business interests held by MHK and civil servants, including purchase dates. The Financial Intelligence Unit responded that they do not hold this information.

The request was received by the Financial Intelligence Unit on 3 September 2021.

The authority determined it does not hold the requested information regarding MHK and civil servant interests.

The outcome was formally communicated on 6 September 2021.

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

Part 2 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015


Data relating to speeding enforcement carried out by SNPT

Summary: The requester asked for specific speed records and enforcement outcomes for eight drivers stopped by the Southern Neighbourhood Policing Team on August 31, 2021. The Department of Home Affairs responded that they do not hold this information and directed the requester to contact the Isle of Man Constabulary directly.

The request concerns speeding enforcement on the A5 Castletown road.

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

The requester was advised to contact the Isle of Man Constabulary as they are independent.

The response was issued on September 6, 2021.

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

31st August 2021
1st September
18:33
3 people
5 people
8 cases
9am - 10am
1975653
6 September 2021


Deaths from Covid versus deaths with Covid

Summary: The requester asked for detailed statistics on Covid-19 deaths in the Isle of Man, including causes and demographics. The Department of Health and Social Care refused the request, stating they do not hold the information as it is likely held by Manx Care following a 2021 restructuring.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the requested data on Covid-19 deaths.

The information may be held by Manx Care due to the separation of policy and service delivery.

The Department was redesigned on 1 April 2021 following Sir Jonathan Michael's Independent Review.

The requester was advised to consult the weekly Public Health Surveillance Report for available data.

The request was closed on 9 September 2021.


Summary: The requester asked for specific speed records and enforcement outcomes from a Southern Neighbourhood Policing Team operation on the A5 Castletown road. The Isle of Man Constabulary disclosed the exact speeds and outcomes for three fixed penalty notices and five warnings issued during the checks.

Speed checks were conducted by the Southern Neighbourhood Policing Team on the A5 Castletown road on 31 August 2021 between 9am and 10am.

Three drivers received Endorsable Fixed Penalty Notices (EFPN) for speeds of 40mph, 39mph, and 38mph.

Five drivers received warnings for speeds ranging from 35mph to 37mph.

The authority confirmed that officers have discretion when dealing with speeding matters.

The request was processed and closed on 10 September 2021 with all information released.


Clinical studies used as supporting evidence for mask requirements

Summary: The requester asked for clinical studies and related data supporting mask requirements in healthcare settings, but the Department of Health and Social Care stated it does not hold this information.

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

The information may be held by Manx Care, the body responsible for care delivery.

The redesign separated policy setting from care service delivery.

The request was closed on 13 September 2021.


Heritage Trail Bridges

Summary: The requester sought Council of Ministers decisions and minutes regarding planning applications for new bridges on the St John's to Kirk Michael heritage trail. The authority provided a link to the public planning decision and released partial minutes, but withheld specific personal data under an absolute exemption.

The request concerned planning applications 21/00026/B for bridges on the St John's to Kirk Michael heritage trail.

The decision on the planning application is publicly available via the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture website.

Partial Council Minutes were released to the requester.

Some information was withheld because it constituted personal data of individuals other than the requester.

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

Section 25 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Absolutely exempt personal information)


Suspension of Class 8 license

Summary: A request was made to the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority to confirm the effective date of the temporary suspension of CDAX Ltd's Class 8 license. The authority disclosed that the suspension became effective on 13 May 2021.

CDAX Ltd holds a Class 8 license with the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority.

The license for CDAX Ltd has been temporarily suspended.

The suspension is effective from 13 May 2021.

CDAX Ltd is registered at 2nd Floor, St Mary's Court, 20 Hill St, Douglas IM1 1AR.

The request was received on 8 September 2021 and closed on 14 September 2021.


police rent and housing allowance fixed amounts

Summary: The requester asked for historical police rent and housing allowance figures from 1992 to 2021 and the number of current recipients. The Department of Home Affairs disclosed the 2021 allowance amount and recipient count but withheld historical data because the Freedom of Information Act only applies to information created after October 2011.

The non-taxable Police Rent Allowance as of 1st April 2021 is £385.42 per month.

In the financial year 2020/21, the allowance was payable to nine members of staff.

Two of the nine recipients received an enhanced allowance due to their rank.

Historical data requested for 1992, 1993, 1994, and 1995 was not provided.

The authority cited the Freedom of Information Act 2015 limitation regarding information created before 11 October 2011.

Information created before 11 October 2011 is not covered by the Freedom of Information Act 2015


OHR payroll team police rent and housing allowance

Summary: The requester asked for historical police rent and housing allowance figures from 1992 to 1995 and current employee counts, but the Cabinet Office only disclosed current data as historical records exceeded retention periods.

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) does not hold information regarding police rent allowances for 1992, 1993, 1994, and 1995.

The missing historical information was withheld because it has exceeded the statutory retention period.

The non-taxable rent allowance payable remains fixed at £385.42 per month.

As of 1 April 2021, 7 employees were in receipt of the non-taxable rent allowance.

The Department of Home Affairs is responsible for negotiating and determining Isle of Man Police Regulations.

Information not held due to exceeding retention period

Pre-2011 information considered under Code of Practice on Access to Government Information rather than FOIA


Cost and tender process for new airport website

Summary: The request sought the total cost, cost breakdown, advertising revenue recipient, and tender details for the new airport.im website. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed the total cost, revenue arrangement, and bid count, but withheld the cost breakdown citing commercial sensitivity.

The total cost of the airport.im website is £24,835.

The government receives advertising revenue, with commissions paid to the advertising agent.

The tender was conducted under the ICT Application and Development Framework.

A detailed cost breakdown was withheld due to commercial sensitivity.

Section 30 of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Commercial sensitivity)


Transfer of doctors from DHSC to Manx Care

Summary: The request sought confirmation on the number of medical doctors transferred from the Department of Health and Social Care to Manx Care upon the board's establishment in April 2021. Manx Care disclosed that 162 contracted doctors and 146 bank/locum doctors were transferred, with only one non-clinical doctor remaining with DHSC.

162 medical doctors with contracted hours transferred from DHSC to Manx Care on 1st April 2021.

146 doctors holding only Bank or Locum positions were also transferred to Manx Care.

One GMC registrant medical doctor was retained by DHSC in a non-clinical role.

The figures exclude registrants with the General Dental Council.

Doctors with bank positions have no obligation to take up work when offered.


Doctors employed by DHSC not Manx Care

Summary: The requester asked for the number of medical doctors directly employed by the Department of Health and Social Care following the establishment of Manx Care. The authority disclosed that one doctor is employed but refused to provide further breakdowns, citing that the information is already reasonably accessible via public websites.

The Department of Health and Social Care employs one medical doctor registered with the GMC with a licence to practice.

The request was refused under section 20 of the Act because the information is already reasonably accessible to the public.

The requested data can be found on DHSC team structure charts and the General Medical Council website.

The Department was redesigned on 1 April 2021 following Sir Jonathan Michael's Independent Review.

The requester clarified they wanted figures for both practicing and non-practicing doctors.

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


Details required of Vehicle Recovery contract for the Police

Summary: A request for details on the Vehicle Recovery contract tender process and agreement for the Isle of Man Constabulary was initially rejected by the Department of Home Affairs as they did not hold the information, but a subsequent response provided the tender advertisement dates and attached the service specification.

The Department of Home Affairs initially stated they did not hold the requested information and directed the requester to the Isle of Man Constabulary.

A follow-up response confirmed the tender was advertised on 15 November 2019 for a two-week Expression of Interest period.

Tender notices are published on the Isle of Man Government procurement webpage and the Attorney General Chamber's Twitter account.

The service specification used in the tender process was attached to the response as Annex 1.

The Department of Home Affairs and the Isle of Man Constabulary are independent bodies for the purpose of FOI requests.


Summary: A request was made to Manx Care for detailed statistics on Covid-19 deaths, including causes and underlying conditions, but the authority refused to fulfill it because the data would require creation or derivation rather than retrieval of existing records.

The request was received on 2021-09-10 and the response was issued on 2021-10-07.

Manx Care determined that complying would require creating or deriving information, which is not required under the Freedom of Information Act 2015.

The authority cited Section 8(3) and Section 11(3)(b) of the Act as the legal basis for not fulfilling the request.

Requesters were directed to a separate FOI release (1919133) by the Cabinet Office regarding Death Certifications.

The request covered six specific data points regarding deaths within 28 days of a positive test since March 2020.

Section 8(3) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015

Section 11(3)(b) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015


data protection breach notifications

Summary: The request sought monthly statistics on how often the Attorney General's Chambers contacted victims of sensitive data breaches over a 24-month period, along with details on apology policies and reporting strategies. The authority disclosed that only two breaches involving special category data occurred in that timeframe and clarified their policy on issuing apologies without requiring victims to quantify distress.

Two breaches involving special category data were reported to the Data Protection Officer between September 2019 and August 2021.

The first breach occurred in January 2021 and the second in March 2021.

The authority states it is policy to apologize for mistakes without requiring victims to quantify stress or distress.

Not all data breaches require notification to the Information Commissioner or the affected individuals unless there is a high risk to rights and freedoms.

The request was received on 13 September 2021 and the response was issued on 8 October 2021.

2 breaches
24 month period
31 August 2021
January 2021
March 2021
13 September 2021
8 October 2021
Article 9
SD 2018/0143


data protection fines

Summary: The requester asked the Isle of Man Cabinet Office for data on data protection breaches, fines, and related accounting strategies. The authority responded that it does not hold the requested information on fines and budgets, and that providing breach statistics would require creating new information, which is not required under the Freedom of Information Act.

The Cabinet Office does not hold information regarding the scale of data protection fines or accounting strategies for such fines.

The authority declined to provide statistics on data protection breaches because doing so would require creating or deriving information.

The response directed the requester to the GDPR and LED Implementing Regulations 2018 for details on penalties.

The response provided a link to the Isle of Man Information Commissioner's website for guidance on offences and sanctions.

The request was formally closed on 4 October 2021.

Requirement to create or derive information is not obliged under the Freedom of Information Act


passenger arrivals per day in March 2020 and March 2019

Summary: The request sought daily passenger arrival data for March 2019 and March 2020 by sea and air, along with corroborating air passenger duty information. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed total monthly arrival figures for both sea and air transport but did not provide daily breakdowns or air passenger duty data.

Total IOMSPC sea arrivals in March 2019 were 20,649.

Total IOMSPC sea arrivals in March 2020 were 16,682.

There were 209 passenger arrivals from a visiting cruise liner on March 2, 2020.

Total Ronaldsway Airport arrivals in March 2019 were 35,871.

Total Ronaldsway Airport arrivals in March 2020 were 15,439.


categorisation of freedom of information requests

Summary: The requester asked for the rationale behind FOI request categories and statistics on requests received from each category over the last 36 months. The Cabinet Office disclosed a table containing the total number of requests received from each category between August 2018 and August 2021.

The request was received by the Cabinet Office on 13 September 2021.

The response was issued on 30 September 2021 with an outcome of 'All information sent'.

The data provided covers the period from 31 August 2018 to 31 August 2021.

A total of 224 FOI requests were received across all categories during the specified period.

The 'Individual' category accounted for the highest number of requests with 165.


Property ownership - Private and individual

Summary: A request was made for statistics on residential property ownership by individuals, couples, and businesses on the Isle of Man. The Department of Home Affairs responded that they do not hold the requested information and suggested contacting the Cabinet Office instead.

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

The authority suggested the requester contact the Cabinet Office for assistance.

The request was received on 13 September 2021 and responded to on 15 September 2021.

The requester asked for counts of properties owned by individuals, couples, and businesses.


Expense Claims

Summary: A request was made for expense claims of all Manx Care Board Members from April 1, 2021, to the date of response, which was fully upheld with a breakdown of costs provided.

The request covered the period from 01 April 2021 to 30 September 2021.

Most board members reported zero expenses and subsistence claims.

Sarah Pinch claimed the highest total amount with 850 in expenses and 114 in subsistence.

Katie Kapernaros claimed 307 in expenses with no subsistence.

The Information Commissioner's Office upheld the request fully on 10 November 2021.


clinical evidence for mask requirements

Summary: The requester asked Manx Care for clinical studies and data used to justify mask requirements in healthcare settings. The authority responded that the specific information was not held, instead providing a link to UK-wide infection prevention and control guidance.

The request was made to Manx Care on 2021-09-14.

The outcome was 'Information not held' as of 2021-10-11.

The response included a link to UK Health Security Agency guidance on infection prevention and control.

The guidance states that no changes to PPE recommendations were made following a review of new variant strains.

Organisations adopting practices differing from national guidance are responsible for their own risk assessments.


Castle Street Road One Way  / Road Closure

Summary: The request sought internal correspondence and timelines regarding a temporary one-way traffic order on Castle Street, Castletown, to facilitate scaffolding for the Derby House redevelopment. The request was ultimately withdrawn by the applicant on 29 November 2021, though the response documents included internal emails discussing the proposal and its impact on bus services.

The request was made to the Department of Infrastructure regarding a temporary traffic regulation order on Castle Street.

The proposed works involved renovating Derby House into a wine bar, cocktail bar, and boutique hotel.

Scaffolding for the works would encroach onto the roadway, creating a pinch point that could not accommodate buses.

Internal correspondence indicates the proposal required formal consultation with a 14-day period for comments.

The Freedom of Information request was withdrawn on 29 November 2021.

Section 3 of The Road Traffic Regulation Act 1985


underlying cause of death was Covid-19

Summary: The requester asked Manx Care for statistics on Covid-19 deaths, including underlying causes, pre-existing conditions, and ages of the deceased. Manx Care refused the request, stating they do not hold death certificates and would need to create new information by accessing individual health records.

The request was received on 15 September 2021 and responded to on 12 October 2021.

Manx Care stated they do not hold death certificates.

Complying with the request would require creating or deriving information from existing records.

The authority suggested the requester consult a separate FOI release from the Cabinet Office regarding death certifications.

The requester was directed to Weekly Public Health Surveillance Reports for additional data.

Section 8(3) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (things a public authority is not required to do)

Section 11(3)(b) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (requirement to create or derive information)


Vaccinations nasal of otherwise

Summary: The requester asked for vaccination dates and confirmation of parental consent procedures at St Johns Primary School. The authority disclosed the vaccination date but stated it does not hold information on consent as that process is managed by Manx Care.

The School Nursing Team from Manx Care is scheduled to visit St Johns Primary School.

The flu vaccination programme is set for Wednesday 20 October 2021.

The Department of Education, Sport and Culture does not hold information regarding parental consent.

Parental consent for the vaccinations is being processed directly by Manx Care.

The request was received on 16 September 2021 and responded to on 8 October 2021.


Request to find the amount of people placed on Sex Offenders List

Summary: A request was made to the Isle of Man Constabulary for the total number of individuals on the Sex Offenders' Register as of September 17, 2021, broken down by gender. The authority disclosed that there were 43 offenders on the register, all of whom were male.

The request was received on 2021-09-17 and responded to on 2021-09-23.

As of the requested date, there were 43 individuals on the Isle of Man Sex Offenders' Register.

All 43 registered sex offenders living on the Island were male.

This data is published annually in the Chief Constable's Annual Report.

The register is created under the Criminal Justice Act 2001.


Chief Minister trip/trips off Isle of Man

Summary: A request for details on Chief Minister Howard Quayle's official trips in September 2021 was partially fulfilled, with the Cabinet Office disclosing itineraries, purposes, and expenses for three trips while noting that some data for the first trip was held by the Department for Enterprise.

Three official trips were made by the Chief Minister in September 2021 to London, Cardiff, and for political engagements.

The first trip was arranged by the Department for Enterprise, limiting the Cabinet Office's held information.

The second trip involved giving evidence to the House of Commons Justice Select Committee regarding constitutional relationships.

The third trip consisted of meetings with UK political figures before the end of the Chief Minister's tenure.

Total expenses disclosed by the Cabinet Office across the three trips included travel, accommodation, and other costs.


Detailed Ballot information

Summary: The requester asked for a detailed breakdown of 2016 House of Keys election results showing ballots cast for each distinct combination of candidates. The Cabinet Office responded that this specific information is not held, though they suggested it could be considered in future post-election reviews.

The Cabinet Office does not hold the requested breakdown of 2016 election ballots by candidate combination.

The request was received on 17 September 2021 and responded to on 28 September 2021.

The authority suggested the requested data format could be considered during the post-election review process.

A link to general election results was provided as an alternative resource.

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

2016
17 September 2021
28 September 2021
1997706
Section 15
Freedom of Information Act 2015


Details required of Vehicle Recovery contract

Summary: The requester asked for details regarding the tender process, contract terms, and invoicing for Vehicle Recovery services contracted by the Isle of Man Constabulary. The Constabulary responded that they do not hold this information as the contract was managed by the Department of Home Affairs.

The Isle of Man Constabulary does not hold the requested information regarding the Vehicle Recovery contract.

The contract for Constabulary vehicle recovery was managed by the Department of Home Affairs.

The requester was advised to contact the Department of Home Affairs for the information.

The request was received and closed on the same day, 17 September 2021.


car park space size

Summary: A request was made for legislation-based car parking space sizes and design standards, to which the Department of Infrastructure responded that no specific legislation exists and they do not hold the requested information, though they provided a link to their guidance document.

There is no specific legislation used by the Department of Infrastructure to determine car parking space sizes.

The Manual for Manx Roads (MfMR) serves as a guidance document for design standards including minimum parking space sizes.

The MfMR design standards are based on UK policies such as the Manual for Streets and Design manual for Roads and Bridges.

The Department of Infrastructure initially stated they do not hold the information as they are not the responsible authority.

The MfMR document is publicly available via a government website link.

2000401
2021-09-21
6 October 2021
53 percent
30 percent
IM1 2RF
01624 686785
Freedom of Information Act 2015


UN COP26 invitations etc

Summary: A request was made for details on Isle of Man Government employees invited to or attending UN COP26 summits, including funding and leave arrangements. The Department for Enterprise responded that they do not hold the requested information but directed the requester to a related FOI response from the Cabinet Office.

The Department for Enterprise does not hold the information regarding COP26 invitations or attendance.

The request was received on 21 September 2021 and the outcome was issued on 14 October 2021.

The authority referenced a separate FOI request (2000801) from the Cabinet Office containing relevant information.

The request covered official invitations, travel expenses, self-funded attendance, and unofficial events.

The case reference number for this request is 2000402.


UN COP26 invitations etc

Summary: A request was made to the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture regarding invitations and attendance of Isle of Man staff at UN COP26 events. The authority responded that it does not hold the requested information because no staff members from the department were invited to attend.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture does not hold information on COP26 invitations for its staff.

No members of staff from the requesting department were invited to UN COP26 or associated events.

The requester was advised to contact the Cabinet Office regarding the Climate Change Team.

The request was received on 21 September 2021 and closed on 23 September 2021.

The response confirms the Chief Minister's implication that no one from the Isle of Man Government was invited.


UN COP26 invitations

Summary: The request sought details on Isle of Man Government invitations and attendance plans for UN COP26 events in Milan and Glasgow. The Cabinet Office responded that no official invitations had been received by any department and that personal attendance is not monitored.

The Cabinet Office had not received an official invitation to COP26 in Glasgow or the pre-COP26 meeting in Milan.

No other Isle of Man Government Departments were known to have received invitations at the time of the response.

Accommodation was pre-booked for a total cost of £3,024, which can be cancelled at no cost.

Attendance decisions depend on the success of bids to hold events at the conference.

Personal attendance by officials in their own time is not monitored or recorded by the government.


Farm support payments 2011-present.

Summary: A request for annual farm support payments for specific fields from 2011 to present was refused because the information is either already reasonably accessible online or would require the department to derive new data.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture refused to provide the specific payment breakdowns.

Information for payments from April 2018 onwards is available via the government website and field maps.

Pre-2018 payments included an 'historic' element specific to businesses rather than individual fields.

The department cited Section 8(3) of the FoI Act to refuse requests requiring the derivation of information.

The department cited Section 20 of the Act stating the information is already reasonably accessible.

Section 20 of the Act (Information already reasonably accessible)

Section 8(3) of the FoI Act (Not required to derive information or undertake research)


capped costs legal support

Request lapsed - requested information not provided

Summary: The requester asked for policies, statistics, and cost data regarding capped legal costs and settlement offers with non-disclosure agreements over six financial years. The Attorney General's Chambers refused to provide the information, citing that they do not hold the requested policy, the request lacked clarity, and fulfilling it would require excessive research and collation.

The Attorney General's Chambers confirmed it does not have a capped costs policy.

The authority requested clarification on the second part of the request via email on 01/10/2021 and 14/10/2021.

The requester failed to provide the required clarification within the 28-day statutory period.

The third part of the request was refused because it would require substantial collation and analysis of data.

The request was ultimately marked as lapsed on 2021-10-11.

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

Section 14(1)(a)(i) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Vexatious or unclear requests)

Section 14(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Failure to comply with clarification notice)

Section 11(2)(c) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Refusal due to lack of clarity)

Section 8(3) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (Excessive cost of collation and analysis)


Workers within the PAPs who have resigned between 1/9/2018 & 23/9/2021

Summary: The Department of Home Affairs responded to a request for data on resignations and workforce statistics within the Isle of Man Prison & Probation Service between September 2018 and September 2021. The authority disclosed all requested information, providing breakdowns of resignations by gender and year, as well as detailed workforce numbers by pay band and employment status.

The request covered workers employed by or deployed to the Isle of Man Prison and Probation Service from 1 September 2018 to 23 September 2021.

Total resignations during the period were 13 male workers and 13 female workers.

The highest number of male resignations occurred in the 2020-2021 period with 7 departures.

Workforce data was provided for specific dates in September 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021.

The response included statistics on full-time, part-time, and casual workers broken down by gender.

7 male workers in pay band 21+ (01/09/2018)

5 female workers in pay band 21+ (01/09/2018)

8 male workers in pay band 21+ (01/09/2021)

5 female workers in pay band 21+ (01/09/2021)


Pharmacy applications

Summary: The requester asked for details of all pharmacy applications made on the Isle of Man in the last three years, but Manx Care responded that no such information is held because no formal applications were submitted during that period.

Manx Care confirmed there have been no formal applications for new pharmacies to join the Pharmaceutical List in the last three years.

There have been no formal applications to relocate existing pharmacy premises in the last three years.

The request was refused under Section 11(3)(a) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 as a practical refusal reason.

The authority stated they do not hold or cannot find the requested information after taking reasonable steps.

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


disabled (blue badge holders ) drivers

Summary: The requester asked for statistics on disabled drivers retaking tests, the rationale for three-year license validity, and authority for license suspensions without court orders. The Department of Infrastructure responded by providing a general guide to applying for driving licenses rather than the specific statistical data or policy explanations requested.

The authority stated that some information was sent but not all was held.

The response included a 'Guide to applying for a Driving Licence' (DL1).

Applications can be obtained from IoM Post Office branches or the Vehicle Test Centre.

The guide outlines sections for personal details, health, organ donation, and fees.

The specific statistics on disabled drivers retaking tests were not provided in the response.


Covid-19 Deaths

Summary: The requester asked Manx Care for a breakdown of deaths 'by' versus 'with' Covid-19, but the authority refused the request stating they do not hold death certificates.

Manx Care does not hold death certificates.

The request was refused under Section 11(3)a of the Freedom of Information Act 2015.

The requester was advised to contact the Cabinet Office for the information.

The request references a previous FOI (1919133) that found 10 deaths via death certificate review.

The authority suggested the Weekly Public Health Surveillance Reports as an alternative source.

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


Tender process school piano's

Summary: A request was made for details regarding the tender process for school piano tuning, including criteria, decision-makers, and local worker preference. The Department of Education, Sport and Culture provided the tender invitation and cost comparison table, while confirming via advice that the Head of Music Service made the decision and no preference was given to Isle of Man workers.

The Head of the Music Service made the decision on the piano tuning exercise outcome.

The decision was based on a comparison of costings and best value for money.

No preference is given to Isle of Man workers for this contract.

Records of the specific decision-maker and worker preference policy were not held, though confirmed via advice.

Personal information in the released documents was redacted under Section 25 of the Freedom of Information Act.

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

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


Isle of Man Government Out of Court Settlements

Summary: The requester asked for total out-of-court settlement payments by government departments and internal disciplinary case details for the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) over five years. The AGC disclosed that it paid zero settlements on its own behalf and confirmed at least four disciplinary cases were contemplated, but refused to provide departmental breakdowns or specific disciplinary outcomes as this information is not held centrally.

The Attorney General's Chambers paid Nil (0) in out-of-court settlements on its own behalf in the last five years.

The AGC does not hold consolidated information regarding settlement payments made by other government departments.

Some litigation claims are settled directly by departments without AGC involvement.

The AGC does not maintain a comprehensive list of all disciplinary actions or their specific outcomes.

At least four cases of formal discipline were contemplated, investigated, or taken against AGC staff in the last five years.

s11(3)(a) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (information not held)

s11(3)(b) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015 (compliance would require creating new information)


Douglas Promenade Digital Counter

Summary: A request was made regarding the cost, location, and condition of a digital pedestrian counter installed on the Douglas Promenade, to which the Department of Infrastructure responded by providing all relevant emails and documents.

The Department of Infrastructure installed a digital counter at the bottom of Summer Hill on the Douglas Promenade.

The unit features double-sided screens displaying real-time pedestrian and cyclist counts alongside live weather forecasts.

The system uses an active sensor with an internal wide-field optical sensor for motion recognition.

The pre-quotation estimate for the project was £20,000, with the most economic bid coming in below this figure.

The authority released 50 pages of documents, including emails and CAD illustrations, in response to the request.


Equality Impact Assessment Request

Summary: A request was made for the Equality Impact Assessment regarding the Ramsey Quayside flood defence and carriageway regeneration scheme. The Department of Infrastructure responded that the information is not held as the assessment is currently in draft form and expected to be completed by December 2021.

The requested Equality Impact Assessment is currently in draft form.

The assessment is due to be completed during the detailed design stage.

The detailed design stage is scheduled to commence in the coming months.

The completion of the assessment is subject to the planning permission outcome.

The authority advised the requester to submit a new FOI request in December 2021.


Cost of rent at Hamilton House

Summary: A request was made for the total rent spent by the Isle of Man Government on Hamilton House, broken down by year, following the Department of Education's announcement to vacate. The Cabinet Office responded that they do not hold this information and suggested contacting the Department of Infrastructure instead.

The request was received by the Cabinet Office on 28 September 2021.

The outcome was determined as 'Information not held' on 4 October 2021.

The Department of Education, Sport and Culture announced on 3 August 2021 that it would leave Hamilton House.

The Cabinet Office recommended contacting the Department of Infrastructure for the requested data.

The request reference number is 2011093.


Parking for van and motorcycle users on Douglas prom

Summary: A request was made regarding parking regulations, penalty statistics, and bay dimensions for vans and motorcycles on the Douglas promenade following regeneration works. The Department of Infrastructure confirmed current parking permissions, provided total penalty ticket figures for 2021, and detailed the specific dimensions of parking bays before and after the scheme.

Cars and light vans are permitted in most bays subject to time restrictions, while motorcycles are restricted to dedicated bays.

The authority cannot categorize fixed penalty notices by vehicle type, so only total figures for all offences are available.

Parking bay sizes vary by location, with parallel bays generally measuring 5.5m x 1.8m (increasing to 2.4m or 2.5m width where possible).

Echelon parking bays are generally 2.0m wide x 4.5m deep prior to works, and 2.5m wide x 4.5m deep currently.

Current parking restrictions on the promenade are under review.


Pregnant women

Summary: A request was made for scientific studies on COVID-19 vaccines for pregnant women and specific statistics on hospitalizations and premature births among pregnant women with SARS-CoV-2 in the Isle of Man. The Department of Health and Social Care stated it does not hold the requested statistical data or specific studies, citing a practical refusal, though it provided general vaccination guidance from the JCVI.

The Department of Health and Social Care does not hold the specific scientific studies or statistical data requested regarding pregnant women and SARS-CoV-2.

The authority follows advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) regarding COVID-19 vaccination in pregnancy.

The JCVI advises that pregnant women should be offered COVID-19 vaccines at the same time as people of the same age or risk group.

The response suggests the requester may wish to submit a new request to the Cabinet Office, as Isle of Man Public Health may hold some of the information.

The request covered the period from 26th March 2020 to 20th September 2021.

26th March 2020
20th September 2021
90,000 pregnant women
29 July 2021

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


Tribunals

Summary: The request sought annual statistics on employment tribunals lost by the Isle of Man Government and out-of-court settlements from 2017 onwards. The Cabinet Office disclosed a table containing settlement figures and case counts for 2017, 2018, 2020, and 2021, noting that the data covers only departments serviced by the Office of Human Resources.

The response covers employment tribunal data from January 1, 2017, to 2021.

Information provided relates specifically to government parts serviced by the Office of Human Resources (OHR).

The authority noted that some settlements may exist outside OHR records if negotiated wholly by the employer.

Requesters were advised to contact the Manx Industrial Relations Service and other departments for further information.

The total value of out-of-court settlements listed in the provided table is £680,621.99.

2017: 3 withdrawn, 0 proceeded to ET, 0 lost at ET, £24,200.00 settlements

2018: 11 withdrawn, £244,488.76 settlements

2020: 2 withdrawn, £25,587.50 settlements

2021: 5 withdrawn, £386,345.73 settlements


Travel and Accommodation

Summary: A request was made to Manx Care for travel and accommodation costs incurred by board members for meetings since April 1, 2021, excluding clinical staff. The authority disclosed the total spending figures for the period between April 1 and October 7, 2021.

The request specifically excluded costs for doctors or clinical staff brought to the island for front-line services.

Manx Care provided data covering the period from 1 April 2021 to 7 October 2021.

Total travel costs for board members during this period were £2,438.

Total accommodation costs for board members during this period were £2,061.

The request was received on 29 September 2021 and closed on 26 October 2021.


Election

Summary: The requester asked for age demographic breakdowns and polling station turnout data for the 2021 Isle of Man election, but the Cabinet Office stated it did not hold this information at the time of the request.

The Cabinet Office does not hold the requested age demographic or polling station data as of 29 September 2021.

Election documentation must be delivered to the Clerk of the Rolls within seven days of the election.

Statistics on the youth vote (16 and 17 year olds) can be compiled due to jury exemptions marked on registers.

A full breakdown of all age demographics cannot be obtained from the current register data.

The Clerk of the Rolls will announce when election registers are open for public inspection.

2021
29 September 2021
7 October 2021
2012925
seven days
16 and 17 year olds
Regulation 58
Elections (Keys) Regulations 2021
Freedom of Information Act 2015
Section 10(1)

Information not held at the time of the request (Section 10(1) of the Freedom of Information Act 2015)