Castletown retail sector will 'pick itself up' says MHK

The MHK for Castletown says the town has suffered a downturn – but it will pick itself up.

That’s according to Richard Ronan who says he believes the retail sector will get back on track.

He’s responded to comments made by a local businessman who is planning to change his retail units into a residential accommodation.

Most recently Tesco has been one big name retailer which has shown an interest in investing in the town but plans have never come to fruition.

Mr Ronan says local retailers need to have a chance: