Port Erin Commissioners issues notice for a by election

Follows resignation of commissioner Dawn Sim

Port Erin Commissioners has issued a notice for a by-election for two new members.

It's been sparked by the resignation of Commissioner Dawn Sim who was elected to the board in 2016.

Chair of Port Erin Commissioners Godfrey Egee said: "Dawn has been a valued member of the board almost two terms and has always strived to ensure the board does its best for the residents, businesses, and visitors to Port Erin. 

"I will certainly miss her views around the boardroom table but I wish her all the very best for the future."
Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper spoke to the former commissioner about her reasons for stepping down: