Doctor to stand in Ramsey in General Election
A GP who's standing in Ramsey in this September's General Election says he would like to see more women involved in national politics.
Dr Alex Allinson, who has been a local commissioner, says the Lord Lisvane report shows that when it comes to female political repesentation, the Island rates below Iran, Bahrain and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Speaking on Manx Radio this lunchtime, he said this must be tackled in the next House
Unite the Union confirms Bus Vannin drivers have voted for industrial action
It says it's been given a 'clear and decisive mandate'
Promenade parking to close this afternoon
It's due to high winds forecast
DOI committed to having conversations with bus drivers via union, says minister
Dr. Michelle Haywood says they've not been formally notified of ballot result or strike action
Douglas Council objects to a 'Food Warehouse by Iceland' planning application
Local authority says social benefits of store don't outweigh planning objectives