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The Data Protection Act 2018 (Act) is the principal piece of Isle of Man primary legislation addressing data protection.

The Isle of Man Aircraft Registry is introducing new legislation effective October 2026 that will modernise how lenders register legal claims against aircraft. The Civil Aviation (Mortgaging of Aircraft) Order 2026 brings tighter timelines, enhanced privacy protections, and greater administrative flexibility while preserving core lender protections. These changes will impact all aircraft finance and leasing transactions through the Isle of Man registry.

The recent case Sanderson Ltd v Simtom Food Products Ltd (February 2019) is of interest, particularly for suppliers of software solutions and support, and their clients.

Both the Island's Information Commissioner and the UK's Information Commissioner's Office have put in considerable work in preparing for Brexit and their respective websites contain a lot of useful information.

52% of the British electorate voted to leave the European Union (the "EU") on 23 June 2016 and whilst the Isle of Man played no part in the referendum, this result is likely to have an impact on the Island's economy and community for future generations.

In an increasingly complex regulatory and fiscal landscape, yacht owners and their advisers are looking for stable, well-regulated jurisdictions that offer clarity, flexibility, and efficiency. The Isle of Man has long been a respected centre for yacht ownership and management, and it continues to offer advantages for those involved in both private and commercial yachting.

Isle of Man trust law is closely modelled on and has developed in parallel to English Trust law.

The importance of a dialogue between Government and the public is well recognised in the Isle of Man.

This Act repeals the European Communities (Isle of Man) Act 1973 and makes provisions consequent upon the withdrawal of the UK from the EU (Exit Day).