Peel Hill could become a protected Area of Special Scientific Interest.
The assessment process, which began several years ago but was halted by the pandemic, is now being revisited by officers of the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture.
Local commissioners support the proposal and hope designation would encourage people to continue to treat the well-loved area with respect for generations to come.
Minister Clare Barber welcomes their enthusiasm:
Airport warns wrapped gifts might have to be opened at security
Don't take wrapped presents through airport security - in case they need to be inspected.
Southern charities can apply for grants from this week
From this week charities in the south of the Island can apply for funding from a scheme involving the civic amenity site.
New Irish Sea windfarm gets go-ahead from UK government
A huge new windfarm between the Isle of Man and Liverpool has been given the green light by the UK government.
Will cloud clear to give Northern Lights show?
The Isle of Man could be getting a spectacular light show tomorrow night!
Plans to stop sewage being released into sea from toilets
The Department of Infrastructure says it wants to improve sewage on Peel Breakwater to stop it being released directly into the sea.
Island-wide dress down day for grief charity this week
A grief charity is holding an Island-wide dress down day this month.
Should election candidates publish business interests?
Should candidates in elections have to publish their business interests before people vote for them?
Village's High Street now closed for works
A village's main street is now closed for over a week for road works.
