IoM prepares for Summerland commemoration

The government says it's contacting survivors and members of victims' families as it prepares to commemorate one of the Island's worst ever disasters.

August 2 will be the 50th anniversary of the Summerland Fire and a National Service of Remembrance will be held on Sunday, July 30 at St George's Church in Douglas.

Chief Minister Alf Cannan says those affected by the fire, which claimed 50 lives, are being invited to get in touch for more information about how the event will be remembered.

Emergency service sand hospital workers will be given a presentation on Monday, July 31 to recognise their response to the disaster, and Manx National Heritage will launch an online exhibition on Monday, July 10.

You can find out more here.