Court closes case into inmate found dead in Isle of Man Prison

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Lead Story

Court closes case into inmate found dead in Isle of Man Prison

• He was due to stand trial next year.
• The case against a man charged with a series of offences, including wounding another person with intent to murder, has been formally closed following his death last month.

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Around the Island · 22 stories

The local news that matters this morning

Here's all the news from our island from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.

Manx Radio · Island News · 06:44

Cyber Toolkit launches online tool at CyberIsle 2026

• Partnership launches security capability to organisations across Island.

Manx Radio · Island News · 06:43

Isle of Man named amongst 'top ten UK Islands'

• Visit agency celebrates 'respected' accolade.

3FM · Island News · 07:13

Two runaways on tram line since last January, says Manx Electric Railway

• The Manx Electric Railway says it's had two runaway incidents in the last 21 months.

IoM Today · Island News · 11:23

'It's not the end: Island cafe shuts but launches pop-ups at new location

• It was never the walls, the furniture or the address.

IoM Today · Business · 10:41

University College Isle of Man introduces new uniformed services course

• The two-year course combines classroom learning with practical experiences.

IoM Today · Island News · 09:29

Warning over gaming websites falsely claiming to be licensed and regulated in the Isle of Man

• Regulator urges consumers to check e-gaming sites are genuine.

IoM Today · Sport · 07:00

Much-changed Douglas RUFC head to Winnington Park

• A raft of changes and being away from home will make this a real challenge for the Manx side.

IoM Today · Culture · 07:00

Tall Paul to headline afternoon disco at Isle of Man club

• His appearance at Bench will continue the venue’s Afternoon Disco programme.

IoM Today · Culture · 07:00

Teenage Isle of Man dancer wins prestigious UK award

• He is only the third Manx-born dancer to be honoured in the awards’ 70-year history.

IoM Today · Politics · 05:00

Pair arranged for 12 non-UK nationals to enter the Isle of Man illegally

• They’ve admitted 12 counts of assisting unlawful immigration.

Manx Radio · Island News · 18:42

Wildlife park welcomes capybara babies

• The pups can now be seen in the park's walk-through habitat.

Manx Radio · Island News · 18:21

DoI wrapped by Information Commissioner

• Department relied on 'irrelevant public interest factors'.

Manx Radio · Politics · 16:36

What have your MHKs promised you? Onchan

• Dr Rachel Glover and Rob Callister were elected.

IoM Today · Island News · 16:10

Douglas could see an ice rink arrive for Christmas under new plans

• The proposals would also include a Christmas market.

Manx Radio · Politics · 15:34

Meet the Ministers: Who has the CM chosen to form his CoMin?

• As Chris Thomas names his members, we look at who he's chosen and why.

Manx Radio · Island News · 13:30

Jury told 14-year-old had criminal convictions for assault

• Prosecution outlines agreed facts at murder trial.

Manx Radio · Island News · 06:44

'Please continue conversations around menopause' says nutritionist

• World Menopause Day marked on 18 October.

IoM Today · Island News · 12:26

Oie Houney 2026 called off despite strong support

• Our focus now is on building a stronger plan for a future Oie Houney. this year’s Oie Houney fire festival will no longer go ahead after organisers decided more time was needed to plan an event of its scale.