The much-delayed Council of Ministers report on the future of the Queen's Pier goes before Tynwald on Tuesday - and it seems the delay could cost the Island dearly.
The cost of putting the Victorian masterpiece in order has leapt from an original estimate of £5 million to around £11 million.
Vice-chairman of the Friends of the Queens Pier, Michael Tramontana, is amazed at the rise in costs.
Teenager made 'knuckleduster' on way to fatal fight
Witness accused of lying to police following friend's death
Jenkins v Thomas in battle for the top job
MHKs will pick the new chief minister next Tuesday
Two candidates to compete for chief minister position
Chris Thomas and Kirrie Jenkins to stand for the top job
Tributes paid to Douglas' Smudge the Cat
The owners of the city's favourite feline has confirmed her death