 
                            The government says it's looking at more flexible ways to pay Island road tax.
The statement from the Department of Infrastructure comes after an online petition was launched this week demanding there should be alternatives to the current system of paying a full lump sum each year.
Officials say the department is 'actively pursuing' ways forward on the matter - adding it looks forward to publicising any details once they've been finalised.
The online campaign - which has gathered over 2,500 signatures - claims many Manx residents find it difficult to pay the full amount up front.
 
                                         
                                         Event to celebrate women in farming
            Event to celebrate women in farming
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            Engineers confirm source of gas smell in Ramsey
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            MHK questions if Island phones will get national warning alert
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            Trainee officers take on 40 mile kayak mission
         Join the RNLI team and help keep our waters safe
            Join the RNLI team and help keep our waters safe
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            Ramsey fireworks cancelled 
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            Plans to promote Manx goods to be scrutinised by MHKs
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            Council announces final dates for garden waste collection 
         
                             
                             
                            