Devon Watson says it's important to 'invest' in the area to protect it from storms and high tides
The Leader of Douglas Council says he is 'thrilled' that a scheme to redevelop two sections of the promenade and Queen's Gardens has been granted planning permission.
Councillor Devon Watson believes it's important for the local authority to 'invest' resources into making sure the area is 'high quality' and protected from storms and high tides.
It's expected to cost £1.4m and will see a new play area and an "urban sports area" installed in the Marine Gardens, whilst further along new seating and a beach shower will be built.
Mr Watson says the council will soon be opening the tender process and petitioning the Department of Infrastructure for the money.
'Raising a family in Douglas is ruinously expensive, or anywhere on the Island, and being a young parent can be hard. People desperately need spaces where they can bring their kids, and have a good time as a family without the expectation of being charged directly.' - Devon Watson, Leader of Douglas Council
Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to him:
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