The 12 LED lights have been placed in Snugborough Trading Estate in Union Mills and it’s estimated that they could save the Commissioners around 50% on energy costs compared with traditional lamps.

LED lighting has a reported longer lifetime of typically 10-15 years, which is six times the life of current technologies.

An MEA spokesperson said they’d installed other LED lighting around the Island, but this has been carried out on a trial basis to replace individual fittings as and where required.’

The company said it will look to utilise further LED street lighting schemes as and when the opportunity arises.

Jess Petersson was scouted by the Danish Athletics Committee after a fantastic showing in last month’s London Marathon.

The distance runner clocked a time of 2hr 35min, despite running nearly the entire race with a torn calf muscle.

Earlier, Jess told the station the slightly bizarre way she discovered she’d be competing in London (see audio).

The consultation was launched in March when parents and the wider public were asked for their views on the updated policy and associated guidance notes for parents/teachers.

The department said the new policy and guidance was in line with current research and would raise awareness and understanding, improve assessment and, ultimately, lead to better educational outcomes for the one in 10 children who are dyslexic.

By the close of the consultation on Friday, more than 20 contributions had been received and Joyce Monroe, senior educational psychologist with the DEC, said she was grateful to those who’d had taken the time to send in views.

The Wound Action Group, which is made up of healthcare professionals, has updated its Wound Formulary in order to ensure the health service keeps up with the latest medical technology.

David Anderson said that people didn’t realise how advanced the topic of wound management is and that it wasn’t as simple as putting a plaster on an ailment.

Speaking to 3FM, specialist tissue nurse Pam Fulton explained why the group was important:

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The Michael MHK says he will seek clearer and cohesive economic growth policies and details of those designed to promote investment, innovation, technology and infrastructure.

Mr Cannan will highlight a number of concerns and will raise the issue of a sustainable population increase as the cornerstone of the Island’s development over the next 20 years.  

He said the Isle of Man had reached a significant crossroads and that he remained concerned that economic policies had not properly been debated.

The auditions saw more than 90 candidates, ranging from eight to 13, take on classical ballet class with a renowned choreographer and perform in front of an audience. 

Breeshey Crookall was the overall prize, receiving a trophy and the Jean Brenda Johnson Scholarship for further training in classical ballet. 

Breeshey trains at Gena’s Dance Academy in Peel. Her teacher Gena Turpin said she was delighted with Breeshey and highlighted that previous scholarship recipients have gone on to study dance at the prestigious White Lodge Dance School.

Performers of all talents are being asked to come forward to add to the festival atmosphere in Douglas town centre.

Town centre organiser Gill Anderson spoke to 3FM about what kind of performers she would like to get involved (see audio).

Sure Cable & Wireless Communications has supported the TT as the official telecoms partner since coming to the Isle of Man in 2007 and is celebrating its sixth year with the event.

This will mark their first year sponsoring 14-times winner Molyneux, with this TT marking the Manxman’s return after taking a year out in 2011.

We asked Dave how he’s feeling about his impending return (see audio).

Proceedings will get under way at 10am at the Sure Store, with live music, a prize draw and a chance to have your picture taken with Dave and Patrick and the two sidecar trophies.

The 21-year-old had suffered considerable injuries and was quickly taken to Noble’s Hospital.

Wellington Street is the short public through road next to Havana nightclub and the side of Marks & Spencer.

He’s since been discharged but police are eager to speak to anyone with information.

They’re asked to contact police headquarters on 631212.

The latest statistics released by Economic Affairs Division have shown a .5% drop from 3 down to 2.5% between March and April.

There are however still keep categories of expenditure that will continue to see increases, however essential items like food and clothing have continued to come down.

The Minister has linked this to increasing competition amongst retailers in a tight market.

The police station can be accessed via the main entrance of the Town Hall between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

Alternatively, the cark park can be accessed at all times near West Street, at the rear of the Town Hall.

The telephone number for Ramsey Police remains as 812234 or in case of emergency 999.

The school gates will close for the final time at the end of July, at the same time work is completed on the new £34million complex which will cater for years seven, eight and nine.

St Ninian’s High School headteacher Andy Fox told 3FM about the ideas behind the tours (see audio).

The tours take place next month for three consecutive Fridays starting on June 15.

It’s thought the Golf was driving directly behind the Honda Jazz car in which 91-year-old Mrs Freda Starkey was a passenger when it collided with a stationary vehicle at Bishopscourt.

Inspector Derek Flint said the police were working through interviews with witnesses and they’re keen to speak to the driver of the Golf. 

He stressed they weren't in any trouble but could be a great help in assisting the police in putting together a picture of how things happened moments before the crash.

They’re asked to call police headquarters on 613212.

Fostering First is holding a number of drop in sessions for anyone interested in finding out more about becoming a carer.

Staff will be on hand to give advice and information at the sessions which will be held in the following locations:

-The Children’s Centre, Douglas – May 17thbetween 3pm and 7pm.

-Laxey Working Men’s Institute, Laxey – May 22ndbetween 3pm and 7pm.

-Ballasalla Medical Centre, Ballasalla – May 24thbetween 3pm and 7pm.

Speaking to 3FM Fiona Lassen, the service manager for Fostering First, said there were many children who needed help:

Anyone interested in finding out more about becoming a foster carer should telephone 631947.

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In this morning’s House of Keys sitting David Anderson will be asked to announce if he is expecting his department to make cuts.

The question has been tabled by Douglas East MHK Brenda Cannell who also wants to know if there will be any changes to prescription charges or criteria.

The issue of possible changes to prescriptions was raised by Dudley Butt, the political member for health, following the recent Budget.