Douglas wins city status as part of Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations

Fri, 20 May 2022

Douglas has been awarded city status as part of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

The UK Cabinet Office has confirmed it is one of eight places to win the coveted status.

The applications for city status were considered by a panel which worked with UK Government Ministers to make recommendations.

Mayor of Douglas Janet Thommeny said: ‘We are thrilled with this news! It is an honour of civic pride for Douglas and everyone who lives and works here to receive this recognition and I’m sure everyone connected with the town – or should I say, city! – will be incredibly proud.

‘Our commiserations to our friends in Peel, who we hope can gain city status in the future. We are grateful to the Douglas Members of the House of Keys who wholeheartedly supported and encouraged our bid.’

According to the cabinet office - Island residents can expect a boost to local communities and open up new opportunities for local people.

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