A remote island just off the coast of the Isle of Man is calling on volunteers to move there and count its seal population.
Sure, it’s a bit of a niche job… but someone’s got to do it.
While there’s no denying it’s not going to be the role for everyone, the Manx Wildlife Trust has put out a call to find two “enthusiastic volunteers” who are willing to temporarily relocate to the Calf of Man and count seals for its annual survey, and is hoping it’ll be ideal for those looking for a quiet life with virtually no one around.
Unfamiliar with the Calf of Man? Don’t worry, you’re not alone, as this is a tiny remote island just off the southern coast of the Isle of Man that not many people know about.
The island is home to just three people on a seasonal basis, and doesn’t have any permanent residents.
With its 18 glens, 32 beaches, and 95 miles of coastline, the Isle of Man attracts a wide variety of marine life, such as whales, dolphins, and basking sharks, thanks to its location in the gulf stream – but one of the most common animals to spot are seals, which are usually seen from the middle of May to the end of August.
According to the Manx Wildlife Trust, the Calf of Man – which is approximately 600 acres – is the perfect spot for the seal population to live, breed, and raise their pups.
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ITV Granada is reporting that it’ll be the job of the two new “enthusiastic volunteers” to relocate to the island for nine weeks to conduct the yearly seal survey and get a better understanding of the seal population, and then complete two weeks of data analysis of their findings.
Volunteers wanted to move to remote island and count seals / Credit: Manx Wildlife Trust
With accommodation and a £40 weekly allowance towards both provided, some of the role’s responsibilities include daily visits to pupping sites to count the number of births, recording the developmental stage of the seal pups, and taking pictures of each adult seal, as well as each pup with its mother, to compare their images with an ID catalogue.
Morrisons has launched a nationwide search for its first-ever Chief Doughnut Tester
Emily Sergeant
Today is National Doughnut Day, and to celebrate, Morrisons is on the look-out for one sweet treat fan to take on a new role.
That’s right – today (5 June) is National Doughnut Day, and Morrisons is officially on the hunt for the nation’s ultimate doughnut devotee with the launch of its brand-new (and delicious) role, The Chief Doughnut Tester – with all glaze enthusiasts, sprinkle connoisseurs, and jam-filled aficionados urged to get applying.
The search is on to crown one lucky fan who’ll take on the dream job of taste-testing their way through the supermarket‘s range of doughnuts.
The Chief Doughnut Tester is more than just a title, Morrisons says it’s ‘serious business’.
Morrisons has launched a nationwide search for its first-ever Chief Doughnut Tester / Credit: Morrisons
The new hire will be tasked with taste-testing doughnuts before they hit the shelves, giving verdicts on new flavours and textures, all in the name of research.
The role will also involve teaming up with Morrisons’ internal doughnut-expert team to develop new and limited-edition treats that’ll be in stores next year.
Crowned as the nation’s definitive doughnut authority, the selected winner won’t just earn the title of Chief Doughnut Tester, they’ll also receive the ultimate of sweet perks – a year’s free supply of Morrisons fresh doughnuts, which the retailer sells more than 1.1 million of weekly.
Aspiring Chief Doughnut Testers can apply on the Morrisons website here, by filling in a short 200-words about why’re the ideal candidate.
Applications close at midnight tonight (Friday 5 June), so you’ll need to be quick.
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First-ever JD Wetherspoon pub to open at Manchester Airport
Danny Jones
In news that we feel many Mancs and travellers all-round have been waiting on for a long time, the well-known British chain, JD Wetherspoon, will be opening its first-ever pub at Manchester Airport.
That’s right: soon that first airport pint of the holiday could actually be a relatively cheap one.
While Wetherspoons are no strangers to popping up in terminals across the UK and Ireland, they’ve never done so here in Manchester despite having three, yes THREE, in Gatwick alone.
Not for much longer, though, as soon T2 will be lending more than 3,000 square feet of its prime leisure and retail real estate to a new Greater Manchester ‘Spoons’.
Posting on social media, the airport wrote: “Wetherspoon comes to Manchester Airport this September! The pub will be located in the Terminal 2 Departures lounge and will have more than 300 seats.
“This will become the final major food and drink venue to open its doors as part of our decade-long £1.3bn transformation of Terminal 2. It will be named ‘The Belle Vue’, in a nod to Manchester’s historic showground [now a sports complex and leisure hub].
“It was a focal point for social life in the city from the Victorian period up until 2020, when the final event was held at Belle Vue stadium. The design of the pub is inspired by the history of Belle Vue and the sporting culture of the North West of England. We look forward to welcoming you all in September!”
While a lot of money has been pumped into T2’s refurb as a whole over the past few years, it remains unclear just how much this particular new addition will cost; we do know that great sums were set aside for the launch of the Great Northern Market last year.
The inaugural Manchester Airport Spoons is just the latest in a series of major renovations.
As mentioned, the company already operate several up and down the country – 10 airport pubs, to be specific – but this will be the first in the North West.
Speaking on the news, JD Wetherspoon chief executive John Hutson said in a statement: “We are looking forward to opening at Manchester Airport. We believe our new pub will prove popular with travellers of all ages and be an asset to the new terminal.”
With Manchester Airport adding a dozen new routes to its roster this summer, you can expect to see even more people flying in and out than ever – no doubt having already polished off a cut-price pint or two beforehand.
Emily Sergeant -
7th August 2023 
