This week’s Isle of Man Examiner has all the details of the government’s response to the coronavirus situation.

It is probably one of the most significant news stories of our lifetimes.

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Coronavirus is not the only issue, of course.

Also this week:

Off licences were caught selling alcohol illegally in a sting by under-age police cadets.

The Cosy Nook cafe in Port Erin could be knocked down.

So could the Britannia pub in Ramsey.

A decision on the Groudle ’glamping’ planning application.

A film about a Maughold harpist is shortlisted for an award.

Anaethetist Keith Wilkinson is about to retire. Features writer Julie Blackburn catches up with him.

Claims about problems with a scheme in Willaston were dismissed as ’tripe’ in Douglas Council.

An MHK claims bus timetable changes have left residents in some areas of Douglas cut off from essential public services.

Despite feeling the cold more keenly after their charity shaves, two policemen are glad to have raised £2,000 for a cancer appeal.

Douglas community police officers Paddy Moore and Michael Griffiths have had their heads shaved for charity. See what they look like now.

Manx traditional songs, dances and customs were re-enacted at a special concert in Peel. We have a picture special.

A man who stole a wallet containing £50 on a bus has been sentenced a year and a half after the offence was committed.

Could you live solely off Manx food for one week? We ask people for their views.

An application by Dandara Homes Ltd to build 47 new homes in the west of the island has been unanimously approved by planners.

An application could see the creation of a first floor extension to provide additional sport and leisure facilities for Peel Football Club.

There are 10 pages of business news, all sports action in our Final Whistle section, your letters, property sales, the social diary, planning notices and lots of community news.

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