The Home Affairs Minister believes better communication between the police and the public has played a major role in the latest encouraging crime figures.
As well as a major drop in reported crime, public feedback shows an approval rating of police work to be well over 90 per cent.
Juan Watterson praised the professionalism and attitude of the police force after what he said had been a great year for the island's force
Repairs on Peel Power Station to get underway
Manx Care doctor survey to be discussed by Tynwald
Weather warning for snow tonight
MHK queries safety at primary school in Ballabeg
Gales put two ferry sailings at risk tonight
Should the Island throw a birthday party for Barry Gibb?
Warning issued over icy roads
High ground could see 4 inches of snow on Saturday night