A former commissioner is urging Island local authorities to 'take the lead' over local government reform.
Brian Stowell led Onchan’s reduction from a 10-strong board to seven while he was chairman in 2008.
However, a further proposed reduction to five members failed.
Mr Stowell has welcomed a decision to cut the number of Castletown Commissioners at the next election in four years time.
He says other authorities need to follow suit.
MNFU calls for ability to trade with UK to be made a priority
It comes after recent changes to the UK's BSE status have caused 'huge problems' for Manx farmers
Children's play area at Castletown bowling green to remain closed
Commissioners says it hopes to have the park open by summer
Drug dealer who waved knife at ex-partner jailed
25-year-old had been dealing drugs for 10 months before arrest
Island warned to expect heavy rain this afternoon
Yellow weather warning is now in force
Jurby landowner working with planning and Bus Vannin on future shelter provisionÂ
Resident's proposal to convert shelter into storage approved