Ramsey Commissioners have been declined money through the Climate Change Fund for an electric refuse wagon and LED street lights.
At its public meeting last week, the board revealed it was told that the money was only available for ‘preparatory’ work such as feasibility reports and planning.
Funding was made available by Treasury last year and this was topped by an extra £5 million pounds as part of the budget.
Commissioner Lamara Craine says the decision is disappointing:
Manx resident caught-up in Georgian protests
An Island resident caught up in protests in Georgia says he's been questioned by police - who couldn't understand his Manx identification.
Hebridean Sky cruise ship arrives today
The west of the Island is getting its first visit of the year from a cruise ship today.
Number of children who committed crimes after police intervention not known, says MHK
The Island's Justice Minister says she doesn't know how many children have committed offences after interventions from the police early action team.
Biker seriously injured after van pulled out, Court hears
A court's heard a biker was left seriously injured after a van pulled out as she overtook it during TT.
Tynwald Day and rehearsal road closures announced
Road closures for the Island's National Day - and a rehearsal of the event - have been released.
Want to work at the Wildlife Park?
Would you like to look after small animals at the Wildlife Park?
Manx gov pays UK around £3.3m a year
The government says it's paying the UK around £3.3 million a year - but it's not sure what it's getting for its money.
Treasury Minister says Island's immigration service is 'busier than ever'
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says the Island's immigration service is busier than ever - and the increased demand looks to be permanent.
