Local authorities should be able to buy properties on the Island if they're left to fall into a bad state by their owners.
That's according to North Douglas MHK David Ashford - he'll raise the idea in the House of Keys next week.
During questions he'll ask the Infrastructure Minister if there are any plans to give councillors and commissioners more powers to tackle dilapidated buildings.
Mr Ashford says the current law doesn't work:
Did you see who damaged car in Ramsey?
Police are investigating after someone seriously damaged a car in the north of the Island but drove off.
No update on NSC tiles problem, says minister
Education Minister Daphne Caine says she can't give an update on the swimming pool at the National Sports Centre until her department gets more information.
Minor injuries in crash that closed road for an hour
The Creg ny Baa Back Road was closed for more than an hour last night as the emergency services dealt with a crash.
School meals report doesn't let people know about [CENSORED]
Education Minister Daphne Caine says a school meals review report has been censored for a variety of reasons.
Roadracing documentary showcases familiar faces!
A new documentary about roadracing gets its TV premiere tonight on the BBC.
Silly Moos site gets green light from planners
A campsite in the north of the Island has been told it can go ahead with work on its new home.
Manx Rally this weekend
The 2025 Manx Rally gets underway tomorrow - with road closures at various stages around the Island.
Minister defends £2.2 million loan to King William's College
Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston says a £2.2 million government loan to King William's College is fully repayable.
