Newly-elected Douglas councillor Samuel Hamer says the Manx Labour party candidates weren’t standing on a joint ticket.
He was running alongside fellow party nominee Devon Watson as both were chosen by voters to represent the Derby Ward constituency.
Mr Hamer insists the pair have ‘similar views but different priorities’.
He spoke to Local Democracy Reporter Chris Cave:
No Limit screening marks film's 90th anniversary
A special screening will be held to mark 90 years of an iconic TT film this weekend.
Tick warning from public health
There's a warning about picking up a potentially serious infection if you're out in the Island's countryside this summer.
Chief Minister writes to UK government about Gaza crisis
The Chief Minister has written to the UK government to voice the Isle of Man's concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Hickman to undergo surgery today after TT crash
TT ace Peter Hickman will be undergoing surgery today after his crash at this year's TT.
Chief Minister writes to UK government about Gaza crisis
The Chief Minister has written to the UK government to voice the Isle of Man's concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Lifeboat crew called to help yacht
Port Erin's lifeboat crew was called into action yesterday when a yacht got into trouble a mile and a half from shore.
Sign stolen from Southern 100 Races
Police are appealing for information after a Southern 100 Road Races sign was stolen.
MHK praises Isle of Man Energy
An Onchan MHK has thanked Isle of Man Energy for helping constituents who'd fallen behind on their gas bills.
