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The Isle of Man College of Further and Higher Education hosts this years annual Health Fayre, with the theme of Looking after the whole you, on Wednesday 14th March. College students, local young people and the general public will have an opportunity to find out about healthy choices and local support agencies.

The wide range of topics to be addressed by the thirty plus voluntary and statutory agencies in attendance includes fitness tips from the NSC, support for problem gambling with Gamcare, advice on stopping smoking with Quit4You, guidance on healthy ways of expressing anger from the Psychological Therapies Service and information and awareness raising of ovarian cancer with a representative of UK Ovarian Cancer Action in partnership with IOM Anti-Cancer.

Local reiki therapists will offer 20 minute stress busting treatments and Isle of Man College Hair and Beauty students will provide a range of treatments including Indian head massage and face mapping. Yoga sessions with Barbara Thorn will be held throughout the morning and Digger, Daisy, Lucy and their furry chums from Paws for Therapy will also be on hand for people who want to find out about animal assisted therapy.

Anne Gundry, Head of Student Services at the College said; We are delighted so many local agencies have agreed to attend the Fayre and provide information on topics which are of real

relevance to young people in their everyday lives. Contributors will present information in an easy to understand, interactive, informative and fun way. Between them they will address the full meaning of health physical, emotional and mental well being.

The Fayre will be opened by David Anderson, Minister for Health, at 9.15 a.m. and attended by Peter Karran, Minister for Education; it will run until 1.00 p.m. A programme of activities will be available at the College Reception. Although the Fayre is targeted at young people aged 16 plus, anyone is welcome to attend. For further information, please phone Abbie on 648254.

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Health Fayre - ‘Looking After The Whole You’

07 March 2012

The Isle of Man's Economic Development Minister John Shimmin has highlighted the recent tax relief measure introduced to stimulate economic and employment growth on the island which will provide National Insurance Contribution exemptions for new hires.

From April 6, 2012, an employer will be able to apply to the Assessor of Income Tax for exemption from having to pay the secondary National Insurance Contributions where certain conditions are met, namely: the employment must be of an employee that has not been connected to the entity in the last two years; employment must last at least twelve months and be for at least 30 hours a week; and staffing levels must exceed that in the previous year. Employers must also be up to date in terms of payment of Income Tax Instalment Payments and National Insurance Contributions. The scheme is to run for a period of two years.

Welcoming the boost the measure will give to the island's economy, Shimmin said: "The Treasury are to be applauded for introducing this scheme. I believe it will boost the islands competitiveness as a location for business and is another tool we can use to encourage economic growth."

He added: "Coupled with the existing support the Department offers to businesses, such as the Financial Assistance Scheme, the new National Insurance initiative can help achieve the main priorities that I have outlined for the Department, namely: supporting existing businesses in the island to ensure their continued presence and development; encouraging new businesses to establish in the Isle of Man; identifying and pursuing the development of new business sectors; and promoting the Isle of Man as a world class international business centre."

Chief Executive of the Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce, Mike Hennessy, added: "[The] Chamber has supported this type of initiative in prior discussions with Treasury and as such welcomes the move. Every economy around the world has its challenges presently and any move to encourage job creation aligned with ongoing economic prosperity will be well received on the island."

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by Martin Norbury

The Chief Executive of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSA), Simon Osborne FCIS, Solicitor, visited the Island earlier this week. As well as seeing the House of Keys in action, Mr Osborne met with the Chief Minister and key government department representatives and relevant bodies, as well as addressing and meeting ICSA IOM members and students.

Simon Osborne said, It was very useful to learn more about the Island first hand, and to meet some of the 200 qualified Chartered Secretaries and over 250 ICSA students in the Isle of Man. We want to forge stronger links with our members on the island and one of the main purposes of my visit was to find out what is important to them and what further support we can offer. Were asking members to tell us what they think our priorities should be so that we can work together to build a strong future for ICSA. Chief Minister Allan Bell MHK said: The Isle of Man has a successful and diversified economy and organisations such as the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators enhance our reputation as a professional and well-regulated international business centre.

Gillian Prestwich, ICSA IOM Chairman, We were delighted Simon was able to make this visit. Chartered Secretaries here operate in different legislative environs compared to the UK, so were very pleased that the ICSA are keen to understand our roles better, and the need for relevant ongoing training opportunities.

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ICSA Chief Executive visits Isle of Man

by Manx Rally Media

Mark Higgins, one of the foremost names in the world of rallying, has accepted an invitation from Rally Isle of Man to become the events first Patron.

Amongst his many claims to fame, Manxman Mark, now based in Wales, holds the record for most victories on the event, uniquely including wins in Formula 2, World Rally Car and Production eras that helped land three British Rally Championship crowns.

His five victories started in 2000, but it was stellar drives on his home rally as far back as the early 1990s that helped make his name and set him on the path that has seen him drive with factory teams for Vauxhall, Nissan, Renault, Ford, Volkswagen.

John Gill, Rally Isle of Man Chairman is delighted that Mark has accepted the role. We are proud to have a Manxman accept the position as our first Patron, and it will be a huge boost for the event to have our own local hero, synonymous with this event, at the top of the letterhead.

More importantly Marks knowledge and experience will hopefully prove a terrific sounding board for the exciting ideas we are currently working on, and who knows, we may even encourage him into a car come September!

Mark has welcomed the opportunity to take on the role.

The Manx has always been a very special event for me and the reason I was lucky enough to fulfil my dream to become a professional drive.

This is a great honour and I hope we can all work hard to get the event back to where it deserves to be, as one of the most unique and best tarmac rally's in the world.

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by Stephen Ritch

The Rt.Hon. Sir Alan Haselhurst MP is to be guest speaker at the Isle of Man Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) dinner on Tuesday, March 13.

Conservative MP for Saffron Walden since 1977 Sir Alan chairs the UK CPA and in July 2011 was elected chairperson of the CPA international executive committee. Knighted in 1995 he is a former deputy Speaker of the House of Commons and has spoken of the need for the CPA to focus on the diverse and complex issues facing island states and smaller branches.

The self-funded event, with a guest list of present and former CPA members, will be held at the Claremont Hotel and include entertainment provided by the senior guitar ensemble from the Isle of Man Department of Education and Childrens music service.

While in the Island Sir Alan will visit the Legislative Buildings where he will be given a tour of Tynwald Court conducted by the President of Tynwald the Hon Clare Christian MLC and of the House of Keys led by the Speaker, Hon Steve Rodan MHK, during which the Tynwald voice recognition transcription technology will be demonstrated. Sir Alan will also meet with the executive committee of the Isle of Man branch of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association and visit Tynwald Hill and the Royal Chapel at St Johns.

CPA Isle of Man branch chairman Mr Juan Watterson MHK said: We are honoured to welcome Sir Alan to the Isle of Man following his election as CPA international executive committee chairperson. He brings strong leadership and direction to the association at a time of change across the Commonwealth and we very much look forward to what, I am sure, will be an insightful speech.

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UK CPA Chair To Be Guest Speaker at Isle of Man CPA Commonwealth Day Dinner