Douglas Council has set its rate for the next financial year.
The borough’s rate is currently 468 pence but will be increased to 509 pence in the pound.
Council Leader Claire Wells says it was ‘unavoidable’ for the rates to go up and they worked hard to get the rate as ‘low as possible’.
She says ‘external pressures’ such as inflation, high energy costs and increasing interest rates are the reason for the rise.
Penny mobile bank to be dropped, says MHK
An MHK says the Penny mobile banking service will be dropped next Monday, November 17.
More aurora sightings possible tonight!
If you missed out last night, there'll be another good chance to see the Northern lights tonight!
More heavy rain prompts weather warning
A yellow weather warning for more heavy rain and flooding has been issued for tonight.
Benefits increases to be revealed in February budget
Are people claiming income support falling further behind society as inflation rises?
Get your home ready for winter, says government
The government's reminding people to prepare their homes for winter as temperatures drop.
No date for scrapping tax discs, says minister
The Island's infrastructure minister says the end of tax discs may be in sight - but there's no date yet for the change.
Six-hours of broadband work could bring "potential disruption" tonight
Manx Telecom says its broadband network users could face "disruption" for up to six hours tonight.
MHK feels 'ignored' over 20mph consultation
An MHK has hit out at the Department of Infrastructure over its consultation on 20mph zones, saying he thinks it ignored him and others.
