£8.1 million of taxpayers' money could be spent on buying a brand new care home in Douglas.
The Department of Health and Social Care will ask Tynwald to approve the plan for the building on Sailsbury Street next week:
The home, which is being built and sold by a private company, will have 68 beds - the department says it will address the lack of affordable nursing home places on the Island.
Minister Howard Quayle says he thinks it makes good business sense:
Peel to get Italian-style ice cream this summer!
Peel's getting gelato this summer - thanks to a business already serving Douglas and Ramsey.
Buchan School plans King William's move
The Buchan School will be housed at King William's College in future, under proposals revealed by the school.
Volunteers needed for new Braddan community produce garden
A community garden is being set up in Braddan and volunteers are needed to help with planting, weeding and watering.
Govt-owned companies could be questioned by public in future
Six new government-owned companies should come under Freedom of information laws, according the Council of Ministers.
Man found with ecstasy obstructed police search, hears Court
A man's been fined after he was found with ecstasy in Douglas before obstructing police officers.
Classic car event to close some Southern roads on Friday
A classic car event will see a road in the south of the Island close later this week.
Treasury Minister to be questioned about immigration this week
Immigration to the Island will be on the mind of an MHK when the House of Keys sits this week.
Man offered to make donation to charity after assaulting paramedics
A man's offered to make a donation to charity after admitting assaulting and abusing paramedics.
