Tony Brown, Richard Ronan and John Cringle say DoI decision means some will struggle
A group of former Castletown politicians say residents need to support the town's businesses during the festive season.
John Cringle, Richard Ronan and Tony Brown claim a decision made by the infrastructure minister and the commissioners to close Market Square to cars will mean the traders will struggle during winter.
The commissioners has previously said it's 'committed' to 'balancing' the needs of residents, businesses, and visitors while 'fostering' a town centre that is functional and welcoming.
Mr Ronan says the DoI minister has let the local authority keep the square closed while it formulates a plan, but he believes it should've been the other way round.
Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to Mr Cringle, Mr Ronan and Mr Brown:
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