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Malew Commissioners keep rates the same for residents

It's remained at 199p for the last three years

Malew Commissioners is keeping its rate at 199 pence in the pound for the next year and says it's down to new residential and commercial development in the parish.

The local authority also says 'administrative savings' and taking borrowings on a fixed rate means the board has been able to 'balance the budget' without a 'burden' on its residents. 

It says the rates are split with 26 percent going to the commissioners and the rest going to Manx Utilities for sewage and water bills.
Malew Commissioners have kept the rates the same for the last three years. 

It has also agreed to support the increase rate for the Southern Swimming Pool because it's an 'important' facility for the south. 

In a statement, the local authority said: "Over the next financial year, the commissioners are planning ways to improve the level of the appearance of the public open spaces by engaging contractors and also exploring a more collaborative approach with neighbouring authorities.

"The close working ties with Port Erin Commissioners continues to be of benefit to both authorities and plans to improve the resilience of the joint refuse service are underway.

"A reminder that nominations for the inaugural Community Involvement Award should be made by Monday 5 February 2024."

 

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