Douglas City Council
Douglas Borough Council is the largest local authority in the Isle of Man and the only one with borough status.
The Council comprises 12 elected councillors, three serving each of the four wards in the Borough.
Under the Council’s constitution the councillors hold specific roles and responsibilities within a framework of an executive committee and three policy advisory committees through which they, together with officers of the Council, serve the ratepayers of Douglas.
Members Attendance
| Year | Document | Download Link |
| 2023/24 | Report On Members Attendance | Attendance23-24.pdf |
| Breakdown Of Members Hours Claimed | HoursClaimed23-24.pdf | |
| 2022/23 | Report On Members Attendance | Attendance22-23.pdf |
| Breakdown Of Members Hours Claimed | HoursClaimed22-23.pdf | |
| 2021/22 | Report On Members Attendance | Attendance21-22.pdf |
| Breakdown Of Members Hours Claimed | HoursClaimed21-22.pdf | |
| 2020/21 | Report On Members Attendance | Attendance20-21.pdf |
| Breakdown Of Members Hours Claimed | HoursClaimed20-21.pdf |
Members' Attendance Allowances Order
Mr Councillor Mark Wheeler
- Environmental Services Committee
- Regeneration & Community Committee
Address:
7 Woodbourne Road Douglas Isle of Man IM1 3HH
Email:
Occupation:
Senior Administrator
Declaration of Interests:
"It is an honour to represent the residents of Douglas Central and to work on your behalf to help ensure the best possible services are delivered to our community. I am committed to listening to your concerns, standing up for local priorities and making sure the Council remains focused on what really matters to the people it serves. My approach is rooted in empathy, fairness and a strong belief in and improving services, reversing any decisions I feel are unnecessary, protecting what matters most and making sure decisions are made with a full understanding of their impact on everyday lives. Above all, I never forget who funds the work of the Council - you, the ratepayer. Accountability, transparency and value for money are central to everything I do. If there’s anything I can help with, or if you’d like to raise an issue, please don’t hesitate to get in touch."
Mr Councillor David Cretney
- Environmental Services Committee
- Housing & Property Committee
- Regeneration & Community Committee
Address:
12 Manor Drive Farmhill Douglas Isle of Man IM2 2PA
Email:
Declaration of Interests:
"It is an honour to once again be trusted to represent the people of Douglas and I remain committed to serving our community with integrity. I will always strive to work closely with others to make decisions that reflect the best interests of our ratepayers and, whether they need support, guidance or someone to raise concerns, my door is always open. My constituents in South Douglas and throughout the city can be assured I will always be available to try and help them and I am dedicated to ensuring that our local authority delivers high-quality services and real value for money."
Mr Councillor Falk Horning
- Environmental Services Committee
- Executive Committee
- Pensions Committee
Address:
Flat 4 11 Woodville Terrace Douglas Isle of Man IM2 4HB
Email:
Declaration of Interests:
Douglas - Property Owner / Director on Building Management Company. Isle of Man Friends of the Earth - Member. Isle of Man Woodland Trust - Chair of Directors / Director. The Green Trust - Secretary and Trustee. Isle of Man Green Party - Chair.
"My mission is to champion economic development for our town, provide links for a vibrant community and enhance our natural heritage. It is essential to improve Douglas's cost efficiency in supplying a wide spectrum of public services. Transparent decision making strengthens the council's accountability and helps to engage the people of Douglas."
Councillor Ms Janet Thommeny
- Environmental Services Committee
- Housing & Property Committee
- Pensions Committee
Address:
23 Berrywoods Avenue Governors Hill Douglas Isle of Man IM2 7DA
Email:
Occupation:
Retired Mental Health Professional
Declaration of Interests:
Governors Hill
Douglas - Property Owner.
"I pledge to be accessible and approachable and to serve the ratepayers of Athol Ward and the Borough of Douglas with integrity and honesty, listening, hearing and responding to local issues brought to my attention."
