The bus drivers’ dispute can still be resolved.
That’s the belief of a senior civil servant after further talks between leisure chiefs and drivers' reps reached an impasse.
Drivers will stage a half-day strike next Thursday in a further protest against the department of leisure’s plans to make £300,000 worth of savings on a range of terms and conditions.
Chief executive Nick Black says the department will continue to try and resolve the matter.
Tricia Hillas pens letter ahead of LegCo vote
She says she remains committed to serving the Diocese
Petition to ban electric shock collars on Island pets reaches 800 signatures
ManxSPCA calls for a renewed government consultation and a full ban on shock-based training devices
Castletown residents invited to view Buchan School redevelopment plans
Hartford Homes to hold a pre-application public consultation at Castletown Town Hall
New choral work to premiere in Douglas this evening
“As Seasons Turn” by David Cowell and Howard Caine will be performed at Loch Prom Church