More parking spaces will be made available at Market Square in Castletown from this afternoon.
Commissioners in the local authority say they decision has been made after receiving feedback from traders and also because of poor weather being forecast over the next few days.
A reduced area of public space in the area will be kept in place.
Officials took to social media this afternoon to announce the move.
Island could be named "most desirable in Europe" this year
The Isle of Man has been nominated for a prestigious travel award.
Garff dog warden on tonight's agenda for commissioners
Pet dogs will be under discussion at a commissioners' meeting this evening.
Council unveils new-look Xmas lights switch-on
Summer may not be quite over yet - but Douglas Council is already preparing for Christmas!
Barber to defend seat
Douglas East MHK Clare Barber says she'll defend her seat at this year's election.
Firefighters tackle shed fire
The Fire and Rescue Service was called out to a shed fire in Laxey yesterday evening, Tuesday, August 4.
RNLI helps fishing boat in trouble
Ramsey RNLI says it was called out to help a fishing boat in trouble in the early hours of this morning.
Support for photo ID for ferries, but worries over queue times
The government's published the results of a public consultation into compulsory ID checks on ferries.
Legal protections proposed for Laxey wheel and other sites
The Laxey Wheel could receive special legal protection under new proposals from the government.
