An Island farmer says it will take four years before stocks are fully restored following the March snow.
More than 14,000 animals were lost in the heaviest recorded snowfall in the Island since 1963.
With record-breaking snow predicted for November in the UK, the secretary of the Manx flock masters, Ian Parsons, says a repeat of the high winds and fierce blizzards could prove disastrous.
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Revised plans for Lord Street bus station development
Height of premises would be lowered under changes
Consultation for new National Infrastructure Safety Bill
Department of Home Affairs wants public feedback
Steam Packet cancels Friday evening sailings
It is due to adverse weather forecast
"Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital is not at risk of closure"
Manx Care insists relocation of services is only temporary
