Training pauses appointments at three GP practices

GPs from three surgeries will attend the training on Thursday

Afternoon routine GP appointments have been suspended at three practices as doctors attend training sessions.

No consultations will be available between 12:30 and 18:00 BST at the Isle of Man's Ballasalla, Castletown and Southern Practices.

The training was previously scheduled for early April, but had to be rescheduled due to "unforeseen circumstances".

Manx Care said anyone who needed a doctor urgently should ring their surgery to speak to an on-call GP, or dial 999 in an emergency.

However the practices would remain open to make future routine appointments, request test results or order repeat prescriptions.

The healthcare provider said the Manx Emergency Doctor Service (MEDS) will also operate as usual from 18:00.

Other medical services available include the minor injuries and illnesses unit at Ramsey Cottage Hospital, the minor ailments scheme run by community pharmacies and Specsavers' minor eye conditions scheme.

Manx Care encouraged residents to "choose well" during the period and "attend the health and care setting that is appropriate for their condition".