The Isle of Man’s building regulations are currently behind the UK and Europe in terms of energy efficiency.
To combat this new measures are going before Tynwald to raise standards of workmanship and design.
It’s hoped as well as financial payback higher standards and accountability will result in more confidence in the building industry.
However the new rules won’t be compulsory if the payback isn’t guaranteed within 15 years:
Siamack Rowaichi is head of building control and standards:
Steam Packet oversight report due next year
Cabinet Office Minister David Ashford says a report on how the government oversees the Steam Packet Company will be submitted to Tynwald by the end of next year.
Isle of Man tops UK in OnlyFans spending
The Isle of Man has edged out the UK on a list of spending on a leading internet porn site.
Peel lingerie shop wants permission for new sign
A lingerie shop in Peel has applied to change its sign after its old one became dangerous.
Can you help museum find historic go-kart?
A museum's making a public appeal for historic Manx go-karts.
Trust in democratic institutions falling, says report
People's trust in the Island's democratic institutions fell last year - with only local authorities maintaining their levels.
Flouride varnishes for all primary children
Free fluoride varnish treatments will be offered to every primary school child from next year.
'Tough times' see Ramsey cafe close for winter
A café in Ramsey says it'll close for the winter and reopen next year.
Peel to get new laundrette?
A former hairdressing salon in the centre of Peel could become the town's next laundrette, if a planning application is given the green light.
