Jurby, Michael and Santon all announce increases for residents
Jurby, Michael and Santon Commissioners have announced above inflation increases to their rates for next financial year.
Michael Commissioners has set its rate at 199 pence in the pound.
This is a 23 percent increase (38p) from 2025 when it was 161p.
In a statement, the commissioners said: "Our strategic goal is to build a financial resilience and create a robust reserve to ensure long-term stability and to maintain continuity of services."
Jurby Commissioners have approved its rate at 177 pence in the pound.
This is a 3.7 percent increase (six pence) on 2025 when it was 171p.
The commissioners said: "The board recognises the financial pressures that the residents of Jurby are under and have worked to minimise any increase for this year."
However, Santon Commissioners have announced its rate at 196 pence in the pound.
It's a 4.8 percent increase (nine pence) on last year's rate which was 187p. The local authority says the total rate 'compares favourably' with neighbouring parishes.
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