With a slowdown in the economy and Christmas just around the corner, it's never been more important to shop locally.

So says the Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce after financial analysts in the United Kingdom predicted the internet’s busiest ever year for shopping.

Retailers in the Island fear that could mean even money is spent off-Island and they will lose out during what is traditionally their busiest time of the year.

Chairman of the Retail Committee of the Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce Steven Bradley says people should support their local shops: