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Newest Review: ... there is a Tesco, M & S, Woolworths & Boots to name a few. The main employment industry is now in banking, offshore insurance and finance in general. It has been a number of years since the Island thrived on Tourism for its income. The local language is English and there are still a small number of people on the island that speak the local language - Manx. If you wanted to move & work on the IOM - you may need a work permit. There are a number of exceptions to this and these can include being classed as and IOM worker (married to an IOM worker or has a child that was born in the IOM), or is from a specialist occupation s... more

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kazimojo692
Premium Review Villages & Resorts in Isle of Man: Quick refernce guide to living on the Island (442 words)
by - written on 12/10/08 (Useful, 10 readings)
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Just had a quick look at the review before this and I know its been a while - but thought I would give an idea of the IOM etc. The population is approx 72000 - of these I believe only about 40-45% are Manx people. There are 4 main Towns in the IOM. Douglas (the capital) in the East, Ramsey in the North, Peel on the West side and Castletown in the South. The island is approx 32 miles long by 12 miles wide. Tthe main "working" centre of the island is in Douglas - as are the shops. Dont expect massive shops - but there is a Tesco, M & S, Woolworths & Boots to name a few. The main employment ...  Read the complete review

spithra0
Express Review on Villages & Resorts in Isle of Man
by - written on 05/11/06
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Hello,
I am thinking of moving to the Isle of Man with my family,
can anyone tell me if the cost of living is cheaper over there compared with South East England. Are there any visa's needed to move to or work in the I.O.M?
I also need to find a good secondry school for my teenage daughter. I would be grateful if anyone can help with these questions. THANK YOU

eoramha
Premium Review Villages & Resorts in Isle of Man: PORT ERIN (931 words)
by - written on 25/11/02 (Very useful, 298 readings)
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"No matter which direction you approach Port Erin from, the views are always breathtaking" It's true. I moved to Port Erin with my family earlier this summer, and my boyfriend will be joining us later this week. So far, I've hardly had a bad word spoken about it. I suppose it's because of the atmosphere. Port Erin is a seaside town, but without horrendous hustle and bustle. Yes, there are tourists but that only makes it more cheerful. People in Port Erin seem to have much more time for you than they would on tha mainland, and although the pace of life is slower we never miss a beat! Port Erin is set around a bay (including Bradda ...  Read the complete review

 

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