Island could become caravan hotspot

Wednesday, 8 October 2014 00:00

Could the Isle of Man become the next popular destination for a caravan holiday?

Next week a Tynwald Select Committee will hear submissions from the Department of Economic Development and the Chamber of Commerce.

The committee was formed to look into the advantages and disadvantages of encouraging towed caravan use on the Island.

Head of tourism Angela Byrne will be one of the four people giving evidence on Monday - she says it's not a simple process:

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