Douglas Council says having more than £70,000 in social housing rent arrears isn’t a ‘huge issue’.
Housing and Property Committee Chair Devon Watson admits the number is high, but insists ‘people are continuing to pay their rent’.
Despite a cost of living crisis, the council says it hasn’t seen ‘a large increase’ from previous months.
Councillor Watson added that it’s ‘important’ residents pay as the money covers issues like mould and building new homes:
Two in custody after Ramsey incident, police say
Police say it was an 'isolated incident' which they dealt with at Tesco in Ramsey, with two suspects now in custody.
Serious incident closes Tesco in Ramsey
Police say they're dealing with a serious incident at Tesco on Bowring Road in Ramsey.
Pleasure Park to freeze prices and extend hours
If you love Onchan Pleasure Park, there's a double-helping of good news - with ticket prices frozen and extra opening hours.
How does government measure public sector performance?
An MHK wants to find out how the government measures productivity in the public sector.
Worst-case scenario info events launch next week
The Island's emergency services will be on hand to explain to prepare for the worst next week.
When was the state of Tromode Road looked at?
An MHK's asking when the last time Tromode Road's condition was assessed, and how high a priority it is.
Local man fundraising for drive in Ukraine aid convoy
A local man's fundraising for a humanitarian trip to Ukraine.
Steam Packet freight charges rise by 3.3%
The Steam Packet's freight rates have increased by 3.3 percent for this year.
