The Council's 'Do Douglas Proud, Bin Your Gum' campaign has begun and aims to send out the message that dropping chewing gum in a public place is a littering offence attracting a £50 fixed penalty.

The 2012 Festival of Youth is to be held in the heart of Douglas town centre the event’s organiser, Douglas Development Partnership, has confirmed.

Performers - from jugglers to magicians, bands to poets - are wanted to help add to the carnival atmosphere in Douglas town centre during this year’s TT festival.

Street performers have proved a popular addition to the streets of Douglas.