Neighbourhood policing as we know it may disappear if further cuts are made to the police service.
That's according to Chief Constable Gary Roberts as Tynwald prepares to debate the constabulary's annual report this week.
Such a style of policing forms a key element of his strategy, but he says the public needs to be aware that, in a few years time, it may be impossible to continue offering the same level of service the Island currently enjoys.
Post Offices looking for 'hosts' in Onchan, Foxdale and Jurby
Services would be provided on a commission basis
Fine for Douglas man repeatedly abused 999 call handlers
Called Emergency Services Joint Control Room five times in an hour
Oral health of five-year-olds to be assessed this spring
Survey has previously found higher level of tooth decay on Island than in UK
Pair to be sentenced next month after homophobic assault
The court heard the complainant was walking on Victoria Street when they got talking to the duo