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New debris catcher installed in Laxey river

Nine steel columns to block large materials

A new debris catcher has been installed in Glen Moy River, Laxey Glen.

Nine steel columns, built into the riverbed, aim to block large pieces of material like fallen branches and trees.

It was recommended by Arup in its independent review into the Laxey floods last year.

The cross-government project cost £190,000.

The catcher is to be inspected regularly, to ensure it's still functioning as it should.

Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK said: 'This administration is committed to implementing all the recommendations contained in the Arup report.'

'We must do what we can to avoid a repeat of the incident we witnessed last year, and it’s vital we protect communities to the best of our ability from unfortunate events such as floods.'

'While work is set to continue in and around Laxey to enable this to happen, it’s pleasing to see projects of this kind completed and the necessary infrastructure serving its very important purpose.'

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