Pensioners in the Isle of Man can breathe a sigh of relief, with the news tourism chiefs have decided to drop a controversial plan to bring in further charges for senior citizens on the buses.
The proposed introduction of half-fares for two further hours each day was due to come into effect next month.
However, after concerns raised by politicians and the public, the plan has been dropped.
North Douglas MHK Bill Henderson says it should never have been considered in the first place:

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