Mayor of Douglas to use second term to support 'social infrastructure' across city

Thursday, 14 May 2026 06:29

By Emma Draper - Local Democracy Reporter

Councillor Steven Crellin has been re-elected to the position

The newly re-elected mayor of Douglas says he will be using his second term to support improvements to 'social infrastructure' across the capital.

Councillor Steven Crellin wants to ensure play areas and green spaces across the city are of good quality.

He will be joined by Councillor Susan Kewin who has been elected as deputy mayor for the next 12 months.

Councillor Crellin says he is 'deeply humbled' to be serving the people of Douglas.

Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to them:

Councillor Peter Washington said Mr Crellin had carried out the duties of mayor in an 'exemplary' manner during his first term.

Councillor David Cretney added he had 'engaged and encouraged' local businesses to work in the capital during 'challenging' times.

Samantha Crellin, Councillor Crellin's wife, will serve as mayoress for the next 12 months.

Whilst Linda Fisher, Councillor Kewin's sister, will take on the position of deputy mayoress for the coming year.

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