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'Chemical incident' in Isle of Man Airport grounds closes road
A "chemical incident" during airport runway drainage works has led to the closure of a road in the south of the Isle of Man.A spokesman for Isle of Man Airport said contractors working at the site had "disturbed buried items", which required "further investigation".As a result, Derbyhaven Road on the perimeter of the airfield had been closed, but flights are continuing to operate as normal, he have been told to arrive at the airport "as normal". Fire crews of Douglas and Castletown have attended the scene to "make the area safe".Isle of Man Constabulary said the road closure had been put in place for the "safety of crews on scene" but access to the nearby golf course and Langness remained available."However, we request that if you have no reason to attend the area that you do not do so," it added. Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X.
BBC News
12-06-2025
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'Regret' over police TT film showing fatal crashes
A safety video posted on Facebook by Isle of Man police which showed fatal racing crashes ahead of this year's TT festival was a matter of "regret", a minister has film, which featured crashes on both open roads and during racing, was edited and re-posted by officers on 19 in the House of Keys, Home Affairs minister Jane Poole-Wilson admitted families had not been consulted about its of Man Constabulary, which reposted the video following a backlash, has been contacted for a response. The video was posted after the force launched its annual Know Your Limits campaign and urged TT fans to "respect our roads".However, social media users were quick to criticise the racing footage it in previous years videos have shown crashes involving regular traffic, many took issue with TT racing footage being included because the campaign was aimed at everyday road users. One person described it as "inappropriate, distasteful, not to mention disrespectful".Another said: "To release the video without consulting the families is beyond comprehension and somebody should be held accountable."In a statement following the re-posted video, the force said it had "followed all the correct protocols and procedures in the making of all versions of this video".The statement also said: "While our overall aim is to save lives and prevent serious injury, we also want to be responsive to the specific feedback about one element of our TT safety video and its impact on some."Poole-Wilson said: "I am aware that the constabulary have taken steps to address the identified issue including making changes to the video."While the chief constable was "operationally independent", the minister said she understood the police had "introduced a new process and clearance system to ensure that a matter such as this is not repeated". 'Ghoulish level' Arbory, Castletown and Malew member Tim Glover told the minister the video had been "a big triggering event for these families" and had "caused immense upset to have to relive those horrific days".The footage showed "a whole new ghoulish level, rather than just showing machinery", he said no consultation had taken place as the footage "was already in the public domain", but she emphasised her "regret at that impact" on families."I recognise that individuals have been distressed as a result," she said."The video intends to help to protect the public and our visitors from the devastating effects of road traffic collisions that can often be avoided."This year's TT had seen no fatalities on open roads for the second consecutive year, she added. Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X.
BBC News
02-06-2025
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Christopher McBurnie: Boy charged with murdering 14-year-old
A boy has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Christopher McBurnie on the Isle of Man. The teenager died following an incident in the Close Drean area of Ramsey on Thursday of Man Constabulary said a "male juvenile" had been charged but cannot be identified due to his young is due to appear in court at the next available opportunity, the force added. Police also thanked people for submitting relevant footage and information, which had been "vital for the investigation". An online portal for witnesses to submit information was opened last week. Further arrests Det Supt Stephen Maddocks said "a number" of further arrests had since been made and investigations into allegations of "people making threats of retribution to others, both children and adults" were taking said: "It is understandable that emotions are running high but it is important to remind all concerned that these incidents detract from the investigation of the death of a 14-year-old child."I would ask that adults and parents involved in this behaviour set an example to their children and ensure their children are safe online."Officers reiterated a previous plea for people to avoid speculation and not to share images on social support sessions are taking place around this island to help anybody affected. Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X.
BBC News
02-06-2025
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Christopher McBurnie: Counselling offered after boy's alleged murder
A new counselling service has been launched to help support young people in the aftermath of the alleged murder of a 14-year-old boy on the Isle of McBurnie died in Close Drean, Ramsey, on Thursday said a "juvenile" was arrested but declined to reveal any more information about the suspect or the nature of the service, run by the Isle Listen charity, is holding drop-in sessions for under 18s around the island until Thursday. A government spokesman said: "We encourage anyone affected to take the time and space they need to reflect, process, and seek any assistance or support they need."Sessions will be held in Ramsey at the youth centre and cafe on Waterloo Road, from 13:00 until 17:00 Douglas, people can attend Café Larré on Lord Street at the same times. There will also be support at Isle Listen on Hope Street in Castletown from 13:00 until 16:00. Over the weekend a crowdfunding page was setup to raise money to support Christopher's a target of £5,000, the amount was reached, surpassed and doubled within 24 hours - and has continued to grow. An investigation is ongoing and Isle of Man Constabulary has urged people to use an online portal to submit Constable Russ Foster also asked people to avoid speculation and sharing content related to the incident said: "We are aware that imagery of this incident was recorded by witnesses in the vicinity and is now featuring on social media platforms and being shared predominantly amongst teenagers."He said people should not compromise "our values and respect for one another as a community" and sharing such content would "enable rumour and speculation to flourish". Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X.
BBC News
02-06-2025
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Drugs and criminal cash worth £1m seized at Manx ports since July
Criminal cash and drugs worth more than £1m have been seized at ports on the Isle of Man since July 2024, the government has £150,000 in cash and more than £880,000 worth of cannabis and cocaine, have been intercepted during the period along with some instances of steroids or prescription drugs. The Isle of Man Constabulary and Customs teams have made the discoveries at Ronaldsway Airport, the island's Sea Terminal in Douglas and via postal criminal goods were found concealed in vehicles, in parcels and freight, through searches of individuals, or through a mixture of random stops and existing police intelligence. The operations have led to a number of prosecutions or financial penalties, as well as civil forfeiture proceedings, with a number of cases still value of single seizures of drugs ranged from £100 to £220,000, and cash seizures were made when cash had not been declared. 'Clear message' In September, the Department of Home Affairs launched a strategy to tighten security at the island's Jane Poole-Wilson MHK, said the figures showed the "multi-agency approach to preventing, detecting and pursuing crime, led by the Constabulary, is disrupting criminal networks and safeguarding our residents" was being "effectively implemented".The seizures sent a "clear message" that the Isle of Man was "not a soft target for organised crime", she Constable Russ Foster said joint working between the constabulary and Customs was making the island a "hostile environment for organised crime". "By seizing drugs and the proceeds of crime in this way we are striking at the heart of these illicit criminal enterprises", he other law enforcement partners "we will continue to disrupt and dismantle organised crime groups who are blighting our island and bring the perpetrators to justice", he added. Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X.
