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“A Middle MHK says the Isle of Man is at risk of being turned into a ‘Victorian theme park’. Stu Peters, who is a political member of the Department of Infrastructure, has told Manx Radio he believes Tramway Terrace on Douglas Promenade should be demolished and replaced. The building, which was ere…
“Daphne Caine has joined the Department for Enterprise as a political member with responsibility for Visit Isle of Man and Motorsport. The Garff MHK currently holds a number of posts across government including Chair of the Climate Change Transformation Board, Member of the Social Affairs Policy Re…
“A suitably qualified engineer is being sought by the Department of Infrastructure to come up with a strategy for the restoration of Tramway Terrace. They must be listed on the Conservation Accreditation Register for Engineers and will be required to devise a process and methodology for the project…
‘Will tourists visiting on a Monday or Tuesday get to ride along the prom?’ “Attempts will be made to run the horse trams on days when cruise ships are visiting the Isle of Man. That’s the pledge from the infrastructure minister despite new timetables showing they’re not due to operate on Mondays a…
Manx Transport Review issue Nos. 101 & 102 Manx Transport Review No.101 is currently being printed, distribution to members is expected to take occur in early February. Copies will also be available by mail order or through retailers, for further information please click HERE Contributions are now…
Heritage Railways Timetables Full Heritage Railways timetables for 2024 have now been published by Isle of Man Transport. Service are scheduled to operate throughout the year as follows: Manx Electric Railway: Tuesday 12th March to Sunday 3rd November Snaefell Mountain Railway: Tuesday 19th March t…
“A review of the Isle of Man’s heritage rail network has found that it is well run, has received effective investment and makes a significant contribution to the local economy. Compiled by independent consultants Systra, the report also recommends that the railways should remain in public ownership…
“There are 'absolutely no assurances' with regards to what happens next with Tramway Terrace. That's from Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall, who has been addressing concerns about the future of the site in Tynwald this morning. In October last year, the DOI produced plans to demolish the buildin…
“Concerns will be raised about Tramway Terrace and its future in todays Tynwald sitting. Daphne Caine will put questions to the infrastructure and environment ministers about the building a findings from a recent report surrounding it. In October last year the DOI produced plans to demolish the bui…