Derbyhaven Residents' Society says ombudsman highlighted issues with golf links hotel 

Group asking Tynwald to consider removing demolition powers from local authorities

The Derbyhaven Residents' Society says it welcomes the findings from the Tynwald Commissioner for Administration regarding the handling of a complaint over the former Castletown Golf Links Hotel. 

A report by the ombudsman found that maladministration had occurred when Malew Commissioners was dealing with a request to serve a demolition notice on the building - which the society describes as an 'embarrassing eyesore'. 

The document is due to be laid before Tynwald next week, and the group is asking members to consider whether local authorities should have the power to demolish derelict and dilapidated properties.

Shaun Murphy, a member of the resident's society, says the report 'shines a light' on what powers local authorities have and when they should be used 'appropriately':

Our Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to Mr Murphy:

Malew Commissioners has been contacted for comment.