A new custody block which could be built at Police Headquarters in Douglas will cost £3 million.
The Department of Home Affairs has submitted a planning application as part of a plan to bring all detention facilities into one location.
It also says the current custody unit, which is 40 years old, has reached the end of its operational life.
If the proposals get the go-ahead building work could start next spring.
Minister Juan Watterson says there are many benefits to the project:
Roads to close for music festival this weekend
Roads in Ramsey will be closed for a day this weekend for a Manx music and dance festival.
How long do mental health patients stay in Manannan Court?
How long do patients generally spend in the mental health ward during a crisis?
Could you take over this former restaurant?
A former restaurant in the Villa Marina Arcade is up for rent.
Framework of new Sea Services Agreement ready, says minister
The infrastructure minister says the basic framework of the new Sea Services Agreement with the Steam Packet has been agreed.
Attorney General says he's stepping down
The Island's attorney general has announced he'll be retiring later this year.
Road closures in two towns for running event this week
Roads in two towns will close for a running event this week.
Six weekend ferry crossings could face disruption
A series of sailings this weekend could be at risk of cancellation.
President of Tynwald announces retirement
Lawrence Skelly has announced he'll be stepping down as President of Tynwald this year.
