News that the Manx Electric railway will not be operating from Laxey to Ramsey this season has come as a considerable blow to Ramsey.
The state of the track and the lack of time to put it right has meant Tourism Minister, Adrian Earnshaw, pulling the service over the summer.
Ramsey Traders Association say the loss of the line north will be a considerable blow.
Their Chairman, Chris Blatcher, says its come as a complete suprise:
Manx Rock Ltd to be announced as new Northern Civic Amenity site operator
Sources suggest the company will run the facility nearly year-round
Island to host Inter-Celtic Business Forum
Event on 16 April to bring nations together to 'share ideas'
Post Office reports stronger profits but warns of major changes
Organisation remains financially stable as letter volumes fall and government services are set to be withdrawn
Food wholesaler to close after 55 years
KC Foods has been in business on the Island since 1971
