Below average rainfall and a rise in water usage led to the Isle of Man’s hosepipe ban, MU says.

Surveying works are completed on a section of the Isle of Man’s A18 ahead of resurfacing in spring.

Manxman sailings are affected by tidal restrictions in Douglas Harbour, the ferry operator says.

Rises in autumn holiday makers is critical to boosting the Manx visitor economy, tourism bosses say.