The Isle of Man’s building regulations are currently behind the UK and Europe in terms of energy efficiency.
To combat this new measures are going before Tynwald to raise standards of workmanship and design.
It’s hoped as well as financial payback higher standards and accountability will result in more confidence in the building industry.
However the new rules won’t be compulsory if the payback isn’t guaranteed within 15 years:
Siamack Rowaichi is head of building control and standards:
MHK says care homes could be breaking minimum wage law
An Onchan MHK is urging the government to investigate whether care homes are breaking the law by paying less than the minimum wage.
Put your tackle away before it endangers wildlife, says government
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture is asking anglers to be responsible with their tackle.
No dental needs assessment before election, says minister
Cabinet Office minister David Ashford says there'll be no formal assessment of dentistry needs on the Island before the next general election.
Did TT visitors know what's going on this year?
Did the government manage to reach enough TT visitors this year?
New date for tin bath races announced!
The organisers of the tin bath racing in Castletown have confirmed a new date for the event after being forced to postpone it.
Translators paid £23,000 by Manx Care in five years
Manx Care says it's spent just over £23,000 on translators since 2021.
Should those committing misconduct in public office face prosecution?
Should public figures face prosecution for misconduct in public office?
Michael Dunlop gets an MBE!
TT legend Michael Dunlop has been made an MBE in the King's Honours List.
