Douglas Council says having more than £70,000 in social housing rent arrears isn’t a ‘huge issue’.
Housing and Property Committee Chair Devon Watson admits the number is high, but insists ‘people are continuing to pay their rent’.
Despite a cost of living crisis, the council says it hasn’t seen ‘a large increase’ from previous months.
Councillor Watson added that it’s ‘important’ residents pay as the money covers issues like mould and building new homes:
Average waiting time for endoscopies revealed
The average waiting time for urgent endoscopy tests is two and a half months, and within two weeks for suspected cancers.
Earth moves for Kirk Michael during earthquake
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Government considering tighter immigration restrictions
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says the government is considering tighter restrictions on immigration.
Labour party hosting meeting in pub tonight
The Manx Labour Party will host a political meeting at a pub in Douglas this evening.
No discussions about Island getting health insurance cards
There've been no discussions with the UK about the Island becoming involved in the Global Health Insurance Card scheme.
Government releases top email scam threats
The government's cyber-security experts have revealed the top email phishing threats from fraudsters over the past two months.
New coins to mark Queen's birthday
A series of new coins will be released to mark what would have been Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday.
Green party doesn't want referendum on Net Zero
The Island's Green Party is urging politicians not to hold a referendum on the Island's net zero policies.
