Weight loss jabs are not issued on the NHS in the Isle of Man.

The news was confirmed by Health Minister Claire Christian who responded to a question in the House of Keys on the topic this week.

The issue of weight loss medication has been in the news a lot recently with some believing it is the easiest or best way to shed the pounds but there are growing concerns over potential side effects.

Responding to a Tynwald question this week from Onchan MHK Julie Edge, Ms Christian said: ‘This decision was taken due to the absence of specialist weight loss and weight management services required to support patients with holistic care they will need whilst taking these medicines.’