The Island's new infrastructure minister says he'd welcome a reduction in the number of Douglas councillors.
Laurence Skelly admitted any move by the corporation to cut its members by a third - from 18 to 12 - would receive department support.
He was speaking in Tynwald, which approved a plan to reduce the number of Castletown commissioners from nine to seven from May 2016.
Island's first rapid EV charger being installed
Once operational, the site will retain its existing charger, increasing overall capacity to four charging bays
Mooir Vannin could be first of many
Dr Alex Allinson, who is retiring as Ramsey MHK at this year's general election, gave evidence to the final hearing by the independent panel.
'Significant investment or redevelopment' needed at Ramsey District Cottage Hospital
Manx Care is 'planning a sustainable long-term solution'
Braddan Commissioners open expressions of interest for TT camping at Roundhouse
Local authority wants to provide family friendly accommodation