An MLC says he's disappointed the government won't back his calls for a champion for older people.
David Cretney will put a motion to Tynwald this month asking for someone to be appointed to represent the Island's elderly in a similar way to Children's Champion Daphne Caine MHK.
However, this week he took to Facebook, saying he'd been told the government won’t support the move.
He's now encouraging people to get in touch with him to express their views.
No response to request asking if UK nationals are immigrants
A second attempt to find out if UK nationals who move to the Isle of Man are immigrants or not has been thrown out by the Cabinet Office.
Crowe brothers thank fans for support after 'massive' crash
The Crowe brothers have thanked fans for the support after their serious crash during TT qualifying.
Council considers return to weekly bin collections
Could Douglas Council move back to weekly bin collections?
Expert examined impact of planned solar panels on drinking water
Manx Utilities says it hired a specialist to see what effect floating solar panels would have on drinking water at Sulby Reservoir.
Island's Filipino community praying for compatriots after 7.8 earthquake hits country
A social club for the Island's Filipino community says it's praying for friends and family after a huge earthquake rocked the country earlier today.
Downed electric railway lines disrupting Laxey traffic
Police say New Road in Laxey is partly blocked by downed electric railway lines.
Christmas lights to stick around longer next year
If you miss the Christmas lights display in Douglas, the capital's council has some good news for you.
Mountain Road set to become two-way again tomorrow
The Mountain Road’s one-way system is due to be removed tomorrow.
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