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Wed, 16 Sep 2026

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 Traffic, tourism and economy among election concerns

Residents and business owners in Onchan discuss key concerns ahead of the House of Keys election.

* Traffic: speeding traffic through the town, especially around schools
* Tourism: lack of prioritization on tourism by candidates, with one resident stating "if we don't have tourists, we're not generating income for the economy"
* Cost of living: rising stock prices and cost of supplies making it difficult to run a business, with one cafe owner stating "every day our suppliers are coming with new prices and we're trying to survive"
* Housing: lack of affordable housing options, making it hard for younger generations to get on the property ladder
* 20mph zones: expansion of speed reduction zones around schools and residential areas, with some residents welcoming the introduction but others concerned about congestion