Wildlife conservationists form new Manx Nature Alliance

Wildlife conservationists and campaigners on the Isle of Man have joined together to form a new lobby group in a bid to create a "stronger voice for Manx nature".

The Manx Nature Alliance comprises local wildlife charities and organisations as well as a number of independent professional ecologists.

The group said its goal was the conservation and restoration of the island's wildlife and habitats and ensuring the topic remains high on the island's agenda.