The biggest challenge for Unite's new regional officer, according to the man himself, will be to stabilise terms and conditions in the face of cutbacks.
Eric Holmes has been appointed after carrying out the role on an interim basis for the last five months.
Mr Holmes says he will be doing his best to protect workers' interests, although he acknowledges changes will have to be made
Bus price set to rise from next week
There's also a new timetable in place
Former Douglas nightclub to transform into 'multi-functional hub'
The club's been empty for four years
Apology for those facing 'challenges' with visa applications
Treasury says it's down to increased processing times
MHK hopes to secure provision of free period products
Joney Faragher to request leave to introduce Private Members Bill
Ballalockie should be complete by the end of Summer
It's in aid of Lockie Kirk who is undergoing treatment at Derby House in Liverpool
Cycling: IoM Youth and Junior Tour returns this weekend
Hundreds of top prospects in the sport to take on two days of racing
