The Manx Construction Industry is preparing for its traditional Christmas shut-down, with the future shaping up to being even tougher than the last 12 months.
Les Nichol of the Island's Employers Federation says they are " worrying times".
He believes some firms will be having a hard think about their future set up in the coming weeks.
Not guilty verdict in death by dangerous driving case
37-year-old acquitted after trial
Inflation rate increases to 4.1%
Oils, petrol and tobacco among categories seeing big increases over the last 12 months
Families say they are worse off under changes
Petition says middle income families are being squeezed
'Suicide awareness isn't just one day - it's everyday"
Island's collective effort to mark World Suicide Prevention Day
