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.
Firefighters tackle kitchen fire at Braddan flat
Fire crews were called out to deal with a fire at a block of flats in Braddan this afternoon.
Requisition meeting for Middle voters
Election fever will grip Marown next week when a public meeting will give you the chance to quiz candidates.
Illuminated signs planned for Castletown café
A café and bar in Castletown could get illuminated signs outside, if planners give the green light.
Women's rage retreat coming to the Island
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Zurich charity chair takes on 1,500km challenge
The chair of the Zurich Foundation has set off on a 1,500km cycle from the Swiss Alps to the Isle of Man.
Healthcare service to offer RSV vaccine
Manx Care's offering older adults and newborns the RSV vaccine.
Joe Locke to star in two films at BFI London Film Festival
Manx actor Joe Locke will star in the premiere of 'Black Church Bay' at the BFI London Film Festival next month.
DOI hasn't rented out road sweeping vehicles in five years
The Department of Infrastructure says it hasn't rented out its road sweeping vehicles to anyone for five years.
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