The Department of Economic Development says it's working to improve the Island’s retail sector.
Figures show a 20 per cent reduction in the area although government says the latest national income forecasts are now more positive.
Minister John Shimmin says his department is taking the declining retail environment very seriously and highlighted the £8 million regeneration fund which has been set up to help towns and villages.
Mr Shimmin says this is just one of a number of projects:
Mountain Road closed until tomorrow
The Department of Infrastructure says work to resurface the Mountain Road has overrun.
Charity wants to upgrade recreation facilities
Hospice Care has applied for planning permission for a polytunnel outside its base in Braddan.
Former supermarket and vaccination centre for rent
A former supermarket which doubled up as a Covid vaccination centre is on the market.
MHK on guard against Liverpool takeover of Island
An Onchan MHK says the Island must guard its independence against Liverpool.
New day trips for celebrating Liverpool fans
The Steam Packet Company says it's found a way to give more Liverpool fans the chance to celebrate their club's 20th league win.
Fears raised over possible pond pollution
Residents in Governor's Hill say they fear there's another pollution incident in the local duckpond.
Parking suspension granted for Peel Ibiza bar
A new Ibiza-style bar on Peel Promenade will mean losing some parking places over the summer, according to a new traffic order.
Island's woman's roadracing song will raise cash for charities
A new song from a TT race fan is hoping to raise money for two charities.
