Garff Commissioners is increasing its rate by 14 percent to be able to maintain a ‘robust fiscal position’.
It will be set at 191.5 pence in the pound and the local authority says the decision was made after ‘careful discussion’.
The cost of legal representation, lower commercial rate income and an increase in waste management charges are some of the factors that led to the increase.
The commissioners say it has lower rates than some of the other ‘middle sized’ local authorities.
DoI says works at Liverpool ferry terminal will take longer
The Department of Infrastructure says contractors need more time to carry out work at the Liverpool ferry terminal.
Over 50 employment tribunals outstanding at the DoI
The Department of Infrastructure has 53 employment tribunals outstanding, according to Cabinet Office Minister David Ashford.
Free period products bill raises cost concerns for MHKs
Questions were raised in the House of Keys this morning about the proposed free period products bill.
Key road in Ramsey to re-open early this afternoon
A major road in Ramsey which has been shut for works will be reopening early this afternoon.
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Appeal launched after fly-tipper filmed dumping rubbish
Arbory and Rushen Commissioners are appealing to the public to help identify a fly-tipper.
Prepare your pets for Bonfire Night, says Manx charity
A local animal charity is sharing advice on how to keep pets safe and calm this fireworks night.
Manx Care bringing in mobile translation machine
Manx Care's introducing a new translation machine which it calls an 'interpreter on wheels'.
