Douglas Council says it is simply not the case that its tenants don’t pay rates.
It says recent statements suggesting they are exempt are misleading and potentially inflammatory.
The council says no such exemption exists and tenants are required to pay rent and borough and water rates.
Councillor David Ashford has also rubbished suggestions that the level of rates charged to council tenants is lower than that paid by householders in the private sector.
Woman thanks mystery van driver after daring sea rescue
A woman's thanked a delivery driver who leapt into the sea to rescue her beloved pet this week.
The Island's information commissioner says four in five Freedom of Information requests have been answered on time this year.
Stay off damaged slipway in Laxey, says local authority
Garff commissioners are urging people to take care on Laxey beach after it was damaged by storms this week.
MHK sues attorney general and returning officer over election votes
A former Onchan MHK is suing the returning officer and the Island's Attorney General over September's election result.
Islanders reminded to keep challenging domestic abuse beyond October
The Isle of Man Government says it's now up to everyone to challenge harmful behaviours as Domestic Abuse Awareness Month comes to an end.
Peel fireworks kicks off the Island’s bonfire season this Friday
Peel will be getting the weekend off with a bang this Friday.
Yellow weather warning for coastal overtopping remains in force today
A yellow weather warning remains in place today for coastal overtopping.
Nominations open for 10 local authority by-elections
Nominations have now opened as the Island prepares for 10 by-election campaigns.
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