Roadworks and affordable housing concerns raised by Douglas East residents

Thursday, 30 April 2026 06:14

Residents share their views ahead of General Election

Residents in Douglas East have highlighted affordable housing as one the main issues in the constituency ahead of the General Election.

The Isle of Man will go to the polls on 24 September to elect 24 MHKs to the House of Keys.

Clare Barber and Joney Faragher currently represent the constituency; neither have confirmed if they are seeking re-election.

These people told us whether or not they’d be voting and what they think are the biggest issues:

You can find out more about the General Election HERE.

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