Ballabeg, Lonan Ballacannel to the north and the old road from Lonan Church to Raad Ballagawne in the west. Ballabeg, Lonan There are about eight small places on the Isle of Man with the name Ballabeg. The name Ballabeg derives from the Manx which means small homestead; although the spelling is different, it is pronounced approximately the same as the English name. This article is about the hamlet of Ballabeg in the parish of Lonan, on the east of the island. The settlement dates from at least 1643, when a "Ballabegg" was recorded on the Castle Rushen Manorial Roll, under the ownership
Isle of Man Constabulary (NPTs). Northern NPT covers the North of the island: Ramsey, Andreas, Bride, Ballaugh, Lezayre, Maughold, Jurby. Western NPT covers Patrick, German, Michael, and Peel. Southern NPT covers the airport, Ballasalla, Castletown, Port St Mary, and Port Erin. Eastern NPT covers Braddan, Laxey, Lonan, and Onchan. Douglas NPT covers the borough of Douglas. Each NPT is controlled by an inspector who has established a partnership with the local community to help solve issues affecting the local area. A major event for the force is the annual TT races. The constabulary's headquarters are in Douglas. The present Chief Constable is Gary Roberts.