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:
Two Manxman crossings called off
Two ferry sailings have been called off in the face of bad weather later this week.
New warning for coastal overtopping at high tide
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued another weather warning for coastal overtopping tonight.
Government wants to re-roof governor's home
The Department of Infrastructure has applied for permission to re-roof the governor's home.
EVF to roll out body cameras to all Island stores
A chain of garages around the Island says all its staff will be wearing body cameras from this week.
Good news for Island's Vinted sellers!
The government's declared victory over Vinted after restoring the platform's mail for Island users.
Ferry sailings under threat this week
The Steam Packet Company says bad weather is threatening sailings later this week.
Mountain Road gritting gets underway
The Department of Infrastructure says it'll be gritting the Mountain Road this afternoon.
Civic Amenity Site issues statement after former manager admits fraud
The Western Civic Amenity Site says it's cooperating with authorities after a criminal case against a former employee.
