It follows £1.9m in settlements being paid to departing Isle of Man government workers last year.

Some services in the parish have been cut to prevent a higher rate rise, a commissioner has said.

Many routine services will be disrupted during the walkout by nurses over pay, the health body says.

Manx rider Joe Yeardsley and British Superbike competitor Barry Burrell will make their debuts at the North West 200 in May.