This year's TT saw an estimated £37.1million spent in the local economy, a rise of around £3 million compared to last year.
The figure was revealed in the annual visitors survey conducted by the Department For Enterprise.
It also found more than 16,000 first-time visitors attended the 2018 festival, the highest since records began in 2010.
Onchan MHK Rob Callister says seeing the increase in new faces coming to the event is 'very encouraging'.
Post Office won't release Evri documents as courier prepares to leave Island
Isle of Man Post Office says it won't release any of its emails or messages with courier firm Evri - which could have shown talks about taking over the service.
Strix to shut Ramsey factory
One of the Island's biggest manufacturers says it's closing its Ramsey factory and shifting production to China.
More work to close Kewaigue Hill
Kewaigue Hill is set to close next weekend as Manx Utilities needs to carry out more work.
Ballasalla café’s growing success reaches VAT milestone
A café in the south of the Island says it's having to put up some prices - because it's been so successful.
Gov wants to hear from the Island's younger people
Young people are being invited to take part in a Government survey aimed at improving how it communicates and engages with them.
Braddan Commissioners to make offer on former Bee Gees home
Braddan Commissioners say they're interested in trying to buy a former Bee Gees home.
Major Liverpool docks regeneration plans unveiled
The area surrounding Liverpool's Isle of Man Ferry Terminal could be transformed under major regeneration plans now out for public consultation.
New powers proposed for housing authorities
The Island's housing authorities will get more powers to find living places for people who find themselves in exceptional circumstances.
Comments
Add a comment