Do developers need more encouragement to build on urban land instead of out in the countryside?
That's the question on the lips of Middle MHK Bill Shimmins, who'll ask Tynwald to look into the issue when the court sits this month.
He'll ask members to back setting up a committee to look into how unoccupied or brownfield urban sites can be prioritised ahead of greenfield development.
If Tynwald backs his idea, the committee would report back to the court with recommendations by July.
Weather forces Tough Mucka postponement
Organisers of a huge sporting event this weekend say it's had to be put back.
Police investigating Irish 'paedophile hunter' video
Police say they're investigating after being handed footage of a man who's said to have travelled from the Island in a paedophile sting.
Updated rules for special constables due before Tynwald
Special Constables on the Island could be getting new rules.
Pre-election meeting in Marown next month
General election fever may be over - but voters in a local authority will go to the polls again next month.
Microwave food leads to early hours callout for firefighters
Food burning in a microwave sparked a callout for Island's Fire and Rescue Service this morning.
Vigil to mark three years of war in Gaza
The Island branches of Amnesty International and the Palestine Solidarity Campaign will be holding a vigil next month.
Your chance to vote for Island in travel awards
You're being urged to help the Island take home a prestigious travel award.
MHKs to elect speaker and deputy this week
The new House of Keys will sit for the first time in the political year next week.
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