Former Treasury Minister Dr Alex Allinson says he won't be running for re-election this year.
In a post on Facebook, the Ramsey MHK says serving the town over two terms have been some of the proudest moments of his life.
He's thanked the people of Ramsey for their support, saying he's proud of what the Island has achieved over the last decade.
But in his post, he says it's now time to step back and encourage new voices and ideas.
Police appeal for dashcam footage in wake of fire
Police say dashcam footage may hold the key to what caused a fire at a building in Douglas at the weekend.
Plantation work in Ballaugh sparks warning to users
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture is asking people to take care in a plantation in the north of the Island this week.
Charity launches free cat spaying scheme
Cat owners can get their pets neutered for free thanks to a new scheme launching this week.
School writes to parents over nicotine pouches
A high school in the west of the Island has written to parents about nicotine pouches.
Mains work will mean no water for some Peel residents
Some residents in Peel will be without water from 11pm tonight.
Wednesday sailings under threat from poor weather
The Steam Packet Company says two sailings tomorrow could be facing disruption.
Chris Thomas is new chief minister
The Isle of Man has a new chief minister.
Mobile network upgrade may affect signal in the south today
A mobile phone company says you may have some difficulties getting a signal in the south of the Island today.
