The infrastructure minister says the Island's roads are being monitored constantly, particularly as we approach winrter.
But not all of the prep has gone according to plan, thanks to the weather.
David Cretney says work needs to be finished between Sulby and the Bungalow, and the Mountain Road itself:
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Steam Packet Company working to 'restore Manannan to full operational speed'
Manannan is operating on three engines, leading to delays
Delays expected on A1 as road repairs continue at Crosby Rise
Higher temperatures prompt delays to resurfacing work
Treasury rejects medical society’s criticism of proposed NHS levy
Alex Allinson thinks IOMMS has the 'wrong end of the stick', as consultation continues on funding future health care provision
Delays to Manannan sailings between Douglas and Liverpool
Trips delayed by up to an hour
'Every second counts' when responding to an emergency
Fire Service urges people to park considerately