Over 75s on the Isle of Man will get free TV licenses after negotiations with the BBC.
That's according to Chief Minister Howard Quayle who confirmed an agreement has now been reached with the corporation.
Previously, pensioners could claim payments from the Treasury to cover the cost of their licence.
However, under the new agreement TV licences will be automatically renewed by the BBC.
Richmond Hill closed again tonight for work
Part of the New Castletown Road will close again tonight as work continues on it.
October warmer and sunnier than usual, says Met Office
A single storm in October accounted for more than a fifth of the month's total rainfall.
MHK queries cost of Liverpool awards trip
Questions about the cost of attending a business award night on Merseyside will be raised this week.
DOI says it has 20 empty public sector homes
The Department of Infrastructure says it has just 20 empty homes for public housing tenants.
Marquee plan submitted by Milntown Estate
A landmark house in Ramsey could be getting a marquee for summer, if planners give the green light.
Fire crews called to free driver from crashed car
Firefighters spent around 45 minutes helping cut a driver free from their car this morning.
Manx Museum celebrates 10 years of UNESCO Biosphere status
A new exhibition has opened at the Manx Museum celebrating the Isle of Man’s 10 years as a UNESCO Biosphere.
Volunteer wanted to help monitor Island's prison
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