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The Isle of Man has no capital gains tax, wealth tax, stamp duty, or inheritance tax [91] and a top rate of income tax of 22% (as of April 2024). [92] A tax cap is in force: the maximum amount of tax payable by an individual is £200,000 or £400,000 for couples choosing to have their incomes jointly assessed.
Photochrom of Loch Promenade during a storm, 1890s Douglas Promenade, which runs nearly the entire length of beachfront in Douglas Sea terminal in Douglas. Douglas (Manx: Doolish, pronounced [ˈdðuːlʲəʃ]) is the capital city and largest settlement of the Isle of Man, with a population of 26,677 (2021) and an area of 4.1 square miles (10.5 km 2).
The flag of the Isle of Man (Manx: brattagh Vannin) is a triskelion, composed of three armoured legs with golden spurs, upon a red background. It has been the official flag of the Isle of Man since 1 December 1932 and is based on the Manx coat of arms , which dates back to the 13th century.
The Douglas City Council is the local elected authority for Douglas, the capital city of the Isle of Man and one of the 17 parishes that run local services in the Island (however, it is the only authority with the "City" status). [1] [2] It is the largest local authority, with 12 elected councillors representing the city.
Location of the Isle of Man An enlargeable relief map of the Isle of Man. The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to the Isle of Man: . Isle of Man – self-governing British Crown dependency located in the Irish Sea near the geographic centre of the British Isles. [1]
In addition to the Isle of Man itself, the Isle of Man Government administers three small neighbouring islands: the Calf of Man, St Patrick's Isle and St Michael's Isle. There is one place with official status as a city, three places with official status as towns, four villages, and many other smaller settlements.
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The Isle of Man Census 2011 lists the town's population as 3,097 (2006: 3,109) [6] It is the fourth largest town on the island, after Douglas, Ramsey and Peel, but is also smaller than Onchan and Port Erin, which have the status of villages.