The Island's Infrastructure Minister says scrapping bring-banks for paper recycling is good for the environment, and will save government up to £50,000 a year.
This week in the House of Keys, Tim Crookall MHK faced questions about the end of the paper banks around the Island.
He said the in 2004 the banks received 1,200 tonnes - but last year that figure had fallen to less than 200 tonnes.
Mr Crookall said those factors had led to the decision:
Police recruitment drop-in sessions tonight
The police will be holding two drop-in sessions tomorrow as part of their latest recruitment drive.
Ferry terminal and universal basic income on Keys agenda
The House of Keys sits later, to discuss topics including the Liverpool Ferry Terminal and universal basic income.
Key Ramsey roads to shut for over a week
A key route in Ramsey will be closed for over a week this month.
7 year old's selling animal figures for charity
An animal crazy seven year old is selling 3D printed figures to raise money for the ManxSCPA.
Bar George debts case heads to court
A court case involving a Douglas bar which shut its doors last year will go ahead later this month.
Do you know these men?
Police are appealing for help finding three men after an incident near a pub in Douglas.
Garage warns of pothole which broke two wheels today
A Douglas garage is warning drivers in the north of the Island about a pothole which has claimed two victims today.
TT riders will miss special Bray Hill tree
A TT rider says he'll miss an iconic tree on the course, which has been cut down.
