Plans for one central housing authority have been dismissed by a working party which says a ‘local approach’ is needed.
The Western Housing Group – which consists of five housing authorities – says it’s against the Department of Social Care’s plans.The department is looking at replacing the Island’s 17 local authorities, which oversee around 2,500 social housing properties, with one body.
Chairman of the new group David Talbot says people’s personal preferences should be taken into account:
AK47 and Uzi guns amongst weapons handed in to the police
Police have finished their latest Firearms and Weapons Surrender Amnesty, with a significant number of weapons handed in.
"No dispute" over Liverpool Ferry Terminal, says main contractor
The main contractor behind the new ferry terminal in Liverpool says there's no legal dispute over the project.
More weekend bus strikes to come after 10-day walkout?
Bus drivers could walk out each weekend until an agreement is reached with the government.
Minister to face question about bus strike
Tynwald will hear an urgent question about an impending bus strike when it sits next week.
No rush to resurface Tromode Road
Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall says it'll be some time before his department resurfaces Tromode Road in Braddan.
Film extras needed for new Island-shot movie!
Could you kickstart your film-star career this TT?
Government video shows plans for four-foot harbour wall
The government has released a new video showing what Ramsey's harbour would look like if flood prevention plans are approved.
Commissioners say “pick up your pooch’s poop!”
Port St Mary commissioners have issued a plea for dog walkers to show some local pride and clean up after their pets.
