A so called ‘toilet tax’ that’s being introduced in April will cost householders £50 per year.
Homes and businesses will have to pay the sewerage charge from April 1st.
The Water and Sewerage Authority says it needs to find the money to cover loan repayments and capital schemes.
Earlier this week the authority was merged with the Manx Electricity Authority to become the Manx Utilities Authority.
Chief Minister Allan Bell says whilst it is necessary it isn’t actually very fair:
Onchan recount confirms September's general election result
A former MHK who asked a court for a recount in Onchan over claims of missing votes has come in third place again.
Fake TV licensing tops fraud email reports
The Island's cybersecurity office says it's had 331 scam emails reported to it in just eight weeks.
DOI doesn't keep track of total staff overtime
The Department of Infrastructure says it doesn't have an overall figure for the amount of overtime its staff worked last year.
Anagh Coar flats fire under investigation
The Island's fire and rescue service is investigating after a fire at a block of flats in Douglas last night.
Airport looking for new £112k a year air traffic control head
The Department of Infrastructure says it's looking for a new head of air traffic control at Ronaldsway Airport.
Dog mess near play area and sports field sparks warning in Andreas
A local authority in the north of the Island say it'll use CCTV to catch pet owners breaking the rules.
Commissioners cry fowl over total clucking menace
Commissioners in Marown have cried fowl over people feeding birds in the parish.
Prayer meeting on world's largest floating book fair tonight
The world's largest floating book fair arrives in Douglas today - and will kick off her visit with a prayer meeting.
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