The Island's Treasury Minister says work to improve Douglas Promenade was value for money at a total cost of £27.7 million.
In the House of Keys, Dr Alex Allinson faced questions from Douglas Central MHK Chris Thomas about the project, which took years to complete.
Dr Allinson said the work had cost just over £25 million, with an extra £2.2 million added by inflation.
But he said the project was a necessary one:
Toilets vandalised for fourth time in a month
Commissioners in the west of the Island are appealing for help catching those who vandalised toilets this week.
Poppy gets fur-ever home after sparking rescue operation in Douglas
A tiny Manx kitten who was rescued in Douglas city centre has been given a happy ending.
Council gets eight complaints about James Brown in six months
Douglas Council says a newly-built block of flats in Willaston has seen eight reports of antisocial behaviour in the six months since tenants moved in.
More bus staffing problems this weekend
Bus Vannin is warning of more problems with its services this weekend.
Manx community spirit shines through during Island storms
A motorist has been praised for going above and beyond to help others after a tree came crashing down during Saturday's storms.
Free period products law receives Royal Assent
Free period products are set to become more accessible on the Isle of Man following the announcement of Royal Assent at Tynwald earlier this month.
How are Islanders supported while waiting for benefits?
A Peel MHK will ask about help for those whose benefits claims are still being processed.
Specialist vans to survey Isle of Man roads next month
The Department of Infrastructure says you may notice some unusual vans driving around the Island next month.
