A key figure in the National Piers Society says restoration of the Queen's Pier in Ramsey could have a real impact on the Island.
There is hope some form of refurbishment will take place, after Tynwald voted unanimously to explore two options which had been put forward by a working group.
Former chairman and current publicity officer of the NPS Anthony Wills believes investment would lead to a number of benefits:

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