Operating as a charity and 'rationalising' the park among the suggested options
The future of the Curraghs Wildlife Park is to be looked at by an independent consultant.
Operating as a charity, broadening the visitor appeal and rationalising the park to financially break-even - those are all options being considered by government.
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture, which runs the park, is now looking to hire a consultant to make it sustainable for the next 25 years amid rising costs.
Having a long-term strategic plan is said to be a key part of the park's accreditation allowing it to contribute to breeding programmes of endangered species like the red pandas.
Last year, around 50,000 people visited the park, which is home to over 60 rare species, and DEFA wants to bridge the gap between how much it costs to run it and how much it makes.
DEFA Minister Clare Barber says: "The department recognises the role the Park plays for both residents and visitors, so it’s very important that a sustainable long-term plan is in place."
Applications for the position are open until 5 August.
DEFA says once the master plan is developed, the public will be invited to have their say.
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