Castletown's Market Square will close to traffic this summer

The news was announced at a meeting of the town commissioners earlier this week.

The closure is due to take place between 29 April and 6 September.

It comes after a public survey which showed 65% of respondents supported the idea of creating an open space in the town centre.

MHK for the area, Jason Moorhouse has called it a "momentous decision" but added that local traders are concerned it could impact business.

He added: "The more we can do to make this plan work and to support local businesses, the better it will be for everyone".