RESIDENTS who are planning to hold street parties to celebrate the Royal Wedding have been given the go-ahead provided they follow guidance issued by the government.

The Royal Wedding between Prince William and Kate Middleton will take place on Friday, April 29, and the day has been declared a public holiday by the Isle of Man Government.

Chief Minister Tony Brown MHK said: "Street parties are a simple and special way to celebrate such a unique occasion, an opportunity to get together with our neighbours and friends, and the whole community. 

"Government is aware that some communities are already progressing ideas for street parties and we want to make it easier for communities to hold this type of local event without having to plough through mountains of forms and red tape.

"With this in mind the Department of Infrastructure has produced a simple guide on what steps are required to close a road to hold a street party on this special day."

The guidance notes advise residents of the minimum requirements required to close a road and information on borrowing road closure and diversion signs. As a special concession for street parties on Friday, April 29, the department will also make arrangements for road closure orders and insurance.

Guidance notes are available from here. All applications must be submitted by March 21 to ensure arrangements can be put into place to comply with the law.

Are you planning on having a street party to celebrate the Royal Wedding? Let us know by e-mailing newsroom@isleofman.com.