People could be charged if they call out the fire service unnecessarily in the future.
It’s part of new proposals which are being considered in an effort to modernise the Fire and Rescue Service.
The Department of Home Affairs wants to update the current legislation, which dates back to 1975, with a new bill which extends the core functions of the service.
As well as recognising that fire-fighters deal with more than just fires Minister Juan Watterson says there are two other key points:
Put hits out after vandals attack inclusivity signs
A Douglas pub has hit out after vandals attacked signs in its toilets about inclusion and mental health.
Play equipment closed after park vandalism
Onchan Commissioners say vandalism means play equipment in a park in Birch Hill is unavailable.
Ramsey looking for four new commissioners
There's two weeks left for nominations if you want to stand as a commissioner in Ramsey.
Strang Stores applies for extension permission
One of the Island's best known breakfast bap shops could be getting an upgrade.
Tynwald petition advice is free - but you'll need to act soon!
Is there something you'd like to ask the government to do?
Midnight closing for new Indian restaurant in Castletown?
Castletown could be getting a late-night Indian restaurant.
Tynwald to hear about Ramsey hospital reopening
An MHK will press Health and Social Care Minister Claire Christian over Ramsey Cottage Hospital next week.
Superdrug to open beauty salon in summer
Superdrug in Douglas has unveiled a range of new services - including nails and lashes.
