The Manx Construction Industry is preparing for its traditional Christmas shut-down, with the future shaping up to being even tougher than the last 12 months.
Les Nichol of the Island's Employers Federation says they are " worrying times".
He believes some firms will be having a hard think about their future set up in the coming weeks.
Kelman Ltd granted approval for North Quay scheme in Douglas
The development will see eight new apartments and two commercial outlets in the capital
Ramsey Spar shop announces new in-store Subway
Outlet coming 'in the next couple of months'
JustGiving campaign launched to save The Family Library
'Urgent action' needed to rescue charity on brink of closure
Government annual salary bill climbs £124 million in five years
Total bill for 2024/25 just shy of £527 million