The owner of a Douglas memorabilia store says an influx of off-Island companies setting up shop during TT fortnight is impacting on local businesses.
A number of empty units have been leased out, putting local shops up against a clutch of temporary stores.
Lee Watson says it’s causing frustration for many permanent retailers:
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Attention now turns to later in the year
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Logistic problems greater for Island-based health services
It's the assessment of Dr Edward Fitzgerald from KPMG
New Laxey Wheel Visitor Centre given planning approval
Manx National Heritage's proposal has seen a number of objections