Douglas Council says people who let their buildings fall into ruinous states will no longer be let off with their rates.
Previously, uninhabitable buildings were exempt.
However, at a meeting yesterday councillors voted to change the policy and end the exemption.
From now on, owners of dilapidated properties will have to stump up.
Busy Douglas road to shut again after October work
Roadworks in Douglas will mean traffic restrictions on Victoria Road for the second time in six months.
Castletown Golf Links Hotel sold
A well-known hotel on the Langness peninsula has been sold.
Manx Care hit with data enforcement notice by commissioner
Manx Care's been rapped for dragging its heels under data protection laws.
Castletown restaurant under new management
The team behind the Sound Cafe, Bradda Glen and the Aqua Café at the NSC will be taking over a restaurant in Castletown.
Beware of wildfires in sunny weather!
The Island's Fire and Rescue Service wants you to get outside and enjoy the warmer weather, but to be aware of the risks that can cause wildfires.
Staff training means GP closures
Manx Care say GP practices will close for three afternoons in April.
Commissioner celebrates Peel sewage progress
A Peel commissioner says the way is now clear for the Sunset city to get its own sewage treatment plant, after the final planning details were approved.
Tides causing delayed ferry departures and longer crossings
There's further disruption to the Steam Packet Company's timetable today.
