Town centre improvements progressing well

As a major scheme to improve the appearance of Douglas continues, members of the public are being asked what they think of the work which has been carried out so far.

Nelson Street has been given new paving and seating, and the next step is to head on down towards Strand Street.

Director of highways Richard Pearson says putting the capital's main shopping street in order is the ultimate aim of the exercise (listen to audio file below):

There is no formal consultation on the improvements, but anybody who wants to comment can get in touch with the Department of Infrastructure.