Next year’s census must go ahead according to a local population expert, or the next government risks making decisions on outdated information.
Paul Craine says a possible decision to delay the count would be a costly one and lead to ‘a false economy’.
2021 would mark 200 years since the Island’s first census, with government conducting one every 10 years since 1821.
However, the cabinet office has indicated it could be postponed due to ‘budgetary pressures’ caused by coronavirus.
Manx movie star featuring at Cannes
A film starring Manx star Joe Locke is one of eight featured by the British Film Institute during this year's Cannes festival.
Registrations open for popular charity obstacle course
You can now register to take part in one of the Island's toughest events!
Northern roads to close for cycling
Roads in the north of the Island will be closed for a cycling race on Wednesday.
Hundreds of job offers withdrawn over vetting failures
The government says it's withdrawn more than 800 job offers in the last five years because of problems with vetting checks.
New cafe for the capital
A new lunch spot has opened in the capital.
Crash causes disruption at Quarterbridge
Police say they're currently dealing with a crash at the Quarterbridge roundabout in Douglas.
Stamps mark Manx connection to US War of Independence
A new collection of Manx stamps is being released to mark the 250th anniversary of the American War of Independence.
Swiss ambassador visits Island
The Island's had a visit from Switzerland's ambassador to the UK.
