Emma Draper

1 week ago | manxradio.com | Emma Draper

Onchan Commissioners says it has 'mixed views' about the Department of Infrastructure's 20mph scheme. The board met with the minister and two officers to discuss the plans for the village which includes new signs around the schools and sheltered housing. Chair Anthony Allen questioned the cost of the project, why posts had been put up before the end of the consultation period and what the involvement from the police has been.

1 week ago | manxradio.com | Emma Draper

On Air Manx Radio Breakfast Ben Hartley | 6:00am - 9:00am Sabrina Carpenter - Taste Download DAB+, FM & AM 89, 89.5, 97.2, 103.7 & AM1368 Smart Speaker Ask your speaker 'play Manx Radio' News Home More from Isle of Man News Douglas Council will be introducing a maintenance programme and budget to support the management of its parks.

1 week ago | manxradio.com | Emma Draper

Ramsey Commissioners is launching a campaign to encourage people to pick up dog poo. Vice-Chair Sandra Cottam-Shea is urging people who see dog owners leaving mess to 'educate' those responsible and says a 'culture change' will be needed. The local authority will be spending just over £1,000 on posters and signs, as well as hiring a new town warden to help combat the issue. Mrs Cottam-Shea says the commissioners will not be reintroducing the dog specific bins to the town.

1 week ago | manxradio.com | Emma Draper

Ramsey Commissioners will be holding a by-election next month to fill a vacant seat in its South Ward. Three people have stepped forward to join the board; Gillian Corlett, Christopher Martin and John Powell. One seat was left empty after a series of Local Authority Elections in April. Residents in the South Ward will be able to vote from 8am until 8pm on Thursday 17 July at the town hall. More information can be found on the commissioner's website.

1 week ago | manxradio.com | Emma Draper

A by-election will be held next month to fill two vacant seats on the board of Port Erin Commissioners. There are three people standing; James Cubbon, Karl Drinkwater and Fenella Gray. One seat was free following April's elections and the second became available following the resignation of Marc Morely in May. Residents will be able to vote on Thursday 17 July. More information can be found on the commissioner's website.