Whilst the Island is facing difficult times it also has an opportunity to move forward which it must take
That's the belief of Richard Ronan, a candidate standing in Castletown this September.
Speaking on Manx Radio, the 48 year-old builder and former Castletown commissioner says he would like to see a change in the local authority system and how government works.
He says the Island can't afford to dwell on the past.
'Knives and sharp implements' left outside charity shops
Fly tipping warning from police after instances outside Crossroads
Manx Radio to 'formally investigate' complaint from veteran broadcaster
Station confirms it received an 'official letter of complaint' this week
Temporary ambulance station established at Castletown Coastguard Station
Ambulance cover in the south to be maintained following station fire
Owners advised to keep pets out of river
A number of fish have been found dead in the river near Poulsom Park
