Education cuts leave parents playing chicken over nursery places

Another day, another development in the saga of nursery provision in the Isle of Man. If you’ve read the previous two posts, you’ll know I think it’s been a mess ever since the Department of Education and Children rushed through … Continue reading →

Could the Government of National Unity please strive to be more unified?

There have been interesting conversations and responses following the last blog posting on the mess left at the Isle of Man’s Department of Education and Children by the recently sacked minister Peter Karran. Particularly interesting was the Twitter debate that ensued following the news … Continue reading →

Tynwald end of term report: F for the erstwhile education minister

So, we’ve completed the first year full session of Tynwald under Allan Bell’s leadership as chief minister. But, what has actually been achieved? We’ve had the announcement of a slightly dubious development in the slightly dubious film industry. And we’ve … Continue reading →

Seagulls at One O’Clock – under attack!

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Seagulls are angry looking creatures whose scavenging skills make you wonder why there weren’t more seen looting shops during the UK riots of last year. As a youngster, the sight, or even the sound of a seagull meant excitement. It … Continue reading →