Whilst the Island is facing difficult times it also has an opportunity to move forward which it must take
That's the belief of Richard Ronan, a candidate standing in Castletown this September.
Speaking on Manx Radio, the 48 year-old builder and former Castletown commissioner says he would like to see a change in the local authority system and how government works.
He says the Island can't afford to dwell on the past.
Revised plans for Lord Street bus station development
Height of premises would be lowered under changes
Consultation for new National Infrastructure Safety Bill
Department of Home Affairs wants public feedback
Steam Packet cancels Friday evening sailings
It is due to adverse weather forecast
"Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital is not at risk of closure"
Manx Care insists relocation of services is only temporary