Bill still waiting to be passed after more than a year
Committing domestic abuse still isn't an offence on the Island.
The Domestic Abuse Act of 2020 is still yet to be brought into action by the Department of Home Affairs, despite first being presented in government over a year ago.
At the moment, offenders can only be charged with related crimes like assault or criminal damage.
Paula Gelling is from Victim Support Isle of Man, and says it can't come quickly enough:
Isle of Man records lowest March rainfall since 1953
Into the top 20 driest months on record
Fire service warns of the dangers of wildfires
Disposable barbecues, cigarettes and glass bottles are common culprits
Post Office to halt non-postal services at Governor’s Hill store
Current sub-Post Office counter will close on 23 April 2025
Lord Street scheme WILL still go ahead
Co-developer plans to resubmit planning application
