Low interest in local authority elections not just a Manx problem
A pay packet is not the right way to encourage more people to stand for local government seats.
That's the view of Glenfaba MHK Geoffrey Boot.
Many seats went uncontested in local authorities at the last General Election.
But Mr Boot thinks the problem exists on a wider scale:
Castletown Commissioners hope to see new Market Square plans in place next year
Consultation garners 35 responses
"Huge misstep", "cock-ups" and stalled plans: Senior government official breaks with convention
Digital Isle of Man boss warns that industry trust is slipping, describing internal tensions, and watering down of 'ambitious' documents ahead of MONEYVAL
Three men jailed for importing cocaine in mini fridge
Drugs had an estimated street value of £99,000
MNH hosts drop-in session on plans for the future of the Calf of Man
The charity wants to explore ways it can generate income from the site while making sure it stays protected
