Damage to ancient monuments sparks education call

Tuesday, 28 June 2016 00:00

Someone imprinted their body onto the ancient stones

A spate of 'wilful criminal damage' to Manx National Heritage sites has prompted renewed efforts to protect the areas.

Two ancient standing stones in Maughold were 'defaced' and a fire pit and litter were left at a Keeil site.

PC Louise Kennaugh says she thinks people don't realise the significance of their actions:

Anyone caught defacing or injuring Manx historic monuments can face imprisonment or a fine up to £5,000 under the Manx Museum and National Trust Act of 1959.

PC Kennaugh says she's working with MNH to improve signage and to educate people so they can't claim ignorance:

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