A campaigner says efforts to have a local authority's contractors pay a living wage is 'racist'.
Michael Josem of the Manx Taxpayer's Alliance was responding to Douglas Council's announcement it would take into account how much workers are paid when it awards contracts in future.
On Facebook, he said the living wage policy has a racist past because it was used to prevent minorities getting jobs.
Councillor Devon Watson, who represents the East Ward, says he's astounded by the claim.
Police appeal after Manx stone wall damaged
Police in the north of the Island are appealing for information after a car hit a stone wall.
MHK wants to see all private healthcare reports
An MHK has asked the Health and Social Care Minister to publish reports on the hospital’s private patient wing and services.
Let’s make Hop Tu Naa a boo-tiful night for all, say police
Police are reminding parents to know what their children are up to this Hop Tu Naa.
Hose under the hammer, your chance to drive home a real fire engine!
Fancy driving home a fire engine this weekend?
Event to celebrate women in farming
The Department for Environment, Food and Agriculture is inviting people to an event celebrating women in farming.
Engineers confirm source of gas smell in Ramsey
Reports of a gas smell in Ramsey yesterday prompted engineers to carry out emergency works.
MHK questions if Island phones will get national warning alert
Will Island residents receive a test national warning alarm on their phones?
Trainee officers take on 40 mile kayak mission
Student constables will tackle a 40-mile kayak challenge this weekend for charity.
