Early signs indicate that this year has been another strong year for the tourism sector.
Last year saw an increase in overall visitor spend - up by 5 per cent to £103 million.It’s hoped that this will have gone up further when the 2013 figures are collated.
The Department of Economic Development has focused on developing high value niche markets.
Minister John Shimmin says this is enabling the season to be prolonged:
October warmer and sunnier than usual, says Met Office
A single storm in October accounted for more than a fifth of the month's total rainfall.
MHK queries cost of Liverpool awards trip
Questions about the cost of attending a business award night on Merseyside will be raised this week.
DOI says it has 20 empty public sector homes
The Department of Infrastructure says it has just 20 empty homes for public housing tenants.
Marquee plan submitted by Milntown Estate
A landmark house in Ramsey could be getting a marquee for summer, if planners give the green light.
Fire crews called to free driver from crashed car
Firefighters spent around 45 minutes helping cut a driver free from their car this morning.
Manx Museum celebrates 10 years of UNESCO Biosphere status
A new exhibition has opened at the Manx Museum celebrating the Isle of Man’s 10 years as a UNESCO Biosphere.
Volunteer wanted to help monitor Island's prison
Do you have what it takes to monitor an Island prison?
MHK asks if families should get help with UK parole travel costs
Should taxpayers help families attend UK parole hearings?
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