MHK predicts October date for local authority elections Ballot delayed following surge in coronavirus cases
Local authority elections on the Island are likely to be delayed until at least October, according to a former government minister.
Tynwald unanimously backed postponing the ballot, which was due to take place next month, following concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.
A number of options were discussed, such as pushing the vote back by three months or holding it on the same date as September s House of Keys election.
Douglas Central MHK Chris Thomas feels it s unlikely voters will head to the polls in July as suggested.