Douglas Borough Council is the largest local authority in the Isle of Man and the only one with borough status.
The Council comprises 12 elected councillors, three serving each of the four wards in the Borough.
Under the Council’s constitution the councillors hold specific roles and responsibilities within a framework of an executive committee and three policy advisory committees through which they, together with officers of the Council, serve the ratepayers of Douglas.
Members Attendance
Year | Document | Download Link |
2023/24 | Report On Members Attendance | Attendance23-24.pdf |
Breakdown Of Members Hours Claimed | HoursClaimed23-24.pdf | |
2022/23 | Report On Members Attendance | Attendance22-23.pdf |
Breakdown Of Members Hours Claimed | HoursClaimed22-23.pdf | |
2021/22 | Report On Members Attendance | Attendance21-22.pdf |
Breakdown Of Members Hours Claimed | HoursClaimed21-22.pdf | |
2020/21 | Report On Members Attendance | Attendance20-21.pdf |
Breakdown Of Members Hours Claimed | HoursClaimed20-21.pdf |
Members' Attendance Allowances Order
Mr Councillor Steven Robert Crellin, JP
- Ex officio a member of all standing and special committees

Address:
33 Cedar Grove Pulrose Douglas Isle of Man IM2 1ES
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Email:
Occupation:
Company Director / Retired Civil Servant
Declaration of Interests:
Pulrose - Tenant.
"I am proud and honoured to have been given a second chance to serve the people of the City of Douglas, particularly the residents of Douglas South. I will work tirelessly to question, challenge, and scrutinise council services and spending to ensure value for money for all residents. I am dedicated to improving the appearance of our city and enhancing its infrastructure and facilities, making Douglas City an even better place to live and work. I will carry out my duties with integrity, honesty, and accountability."
Mr Councillor Devon Watson
- Executive Committee

Address:
c/o City Hall Ridgeway Street Douglas Isle of Man IM99 1AD
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Occupation:
Community Organiser
Declaration of Interests:
"The prosperity and wealth of the Isle of Man is dependent on the workers, tenants, families and small businesses of Douglas. The residents of our town deserve an innovative government capable of delivering expanded and improved public services. Democracy on the Isle of Man was built on a council that held the central government accountable, that role must be reclaimed. "
Councillor Mrs Natalie Anne Byron-Teare, JP
- Executive Committee
- Regeneration & Community Committee

Address:
13 Hillside Terrace Douglas Isle of Man IM1 4NA
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Occupation:
Gardener
Declaration of Interests:
Director & Secretary. 13 Hillside Terrace - Tenant.
"I am delighted to have the opportunity to represent the residents of Douglas Central. My mission is to build strong, happy and inclusive communities. I believe this can be achieved by empowering the people of Douglas through recognition and communication, to identify what each localised community needs. I pledge to be approachable, available, considerate and accountable - have a query, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me."
Mr Councillor Mark Wheeler
- Environmental Services Committee
- Regeneration & Community Committee

Address:
7 Woodbourne Road Douglas Isle of Man IM1 3HH
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Occupation:
Senior Administrator
Declaration of Interests:
"It is an honour to represent the residents of Douglas Central and to work on your behalf to help ensure the best possible services are delivered to our community. I am committed to listening to your concerns, standing up for local priorities and making sure the Council remains focused on what really matters to the people it serves. My approach is rooted in empathy, fairness and a strong belief in and improving services, reversing any decisions I feel are unnecessary, protecting what matters most and making sure decisions are made with a full understanding of their impact on everyday lives. Above all, I never forget who funds the work of the Council - you, the ratepayer. Accountability, transparency and value for money are central to everything I do. If there’s anything I can help with, or if you’d like to raise an issue, please don’t hesitate to get in touch."
Councillor Miss Susan Kewin
- Regeneration & Community Committee

Address:
c/o City Hall Ridgeway Street Douglas Isle of Man IM99 1AD
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Occupation:
Executive Officer Public Sector
Other Public Bodies:
Councillor Ms Fenella Logan
- Executive Committee
Address:
c/o City Hall Ridgeway Street Douglas Isle of Man IM99 1AD
Mr Councillor David Cretney
- Environmental Services Committee
- Housing & Property Committee
- Regeneration & Community Committee

Address:
12 Manor Drive Farmhill Douglas Isle of Man IM2 2PA
Email:
Declaration of Interests:
"It is an honour to once again be trusted to represent the people of Douglas and I remain committed to serving our community with integrity. I will always strive to work closely with others to make decisions that reflect the best interests of our ratepayers and, whether they need support, guidance or someone to raise concerns, my door is always open. My constituents in South Douglas and throughout the city can be assured I will always be available to try and help them and I am dedicated to ensuring that our local authority delivers high-quality services and real value for money."
Mr Councillor Karel Ver Elst
- Housing & Property Committee
- Pensions Committee

Address:
9 The Meadows Douglas Isle of Man IM2 1NQ
Email:
Declaration of Interests:
Douglas. 11 Port Jack
Onchan. 9 The Meadows
Douglas. Compton House
Parliament Street
Castletown. Stanley House
Castle Street
Castletown. Queen's Gate
The Parade
Castletown.
"As a Councillor for the City of Douglas, I’m committed to ensuring the Council operates efficiently, transparently and in the best interests of our community. My focus is on improving service delivery, efficiency and delivering value for ratepayers. I believe in collaboration with strong partnerships between the public sector, private enterprise and local communities to achieve meaningful, lasting improvements. Key priorities for me include waste disposal and recycling, adopting an effective, environmentally responsible approach, and supporting action on vacant and dilapidated buildings that undermine the city’s vitality. By working together, we can build a cleaner, smarter and more vibrant Douglas for everyone."
Mr Councillor Falk Horning
- Environmental Services Committee
- Executive Committee
- Pensions Committee

Address:
Flat 4 11 Woodville Terrace Douglas Isle of Man IM2 4HB
Email:
Declaration of Interests:
Douglas - Property Owner / Director on Building Management Company. Isle of Man Friends of the Earth - Member. Isle of Man Woodland Trust - Chair of Directors / Director. The Green Trust - Secretary and Trustee. Isle of Man Green Party - Chair.
"My mission is to champion economic development for our town, provide links for a vibrant community and enhance our natural heritage. It is essential to improve Douglas's cost efficiency in supplying a wide spectrum of public services. Transparent decision making strengthens the council's accountability and helps to engage the people of Douglas."
Councillor Ms Janet Thommeny
- Environmental Services Committee
- Housing & Property Committee
- Pensions Committee

Address:
23 Berrywoods Avenue Governors Hill Douglas Isle of Man IM2 7DA
Email:
Occupation:
Retired Mental Health Professional
Declaration of Interests:
Governors Hill
Douglas - Property Owner.
"I pledge to be accessible and approachable and to serve the ratepayers of Athol Ward and the Borough of Douglas with integrity and honesty, listening, hearing and responding to local issues brought to my attention."
Mr Councillor Peter John Washington
- Executive Committee
- Housing & Property Committee

Address:
c/o City Hall Ridgeway Street Douglas Isle of Man IM99 1AD
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Occupation:
Retired Public Servant
Declaration of Interests:
"In all that I do to serve the people of Douglas I pledge to uphold my life-long commitment to equality, transparency, openness and mutual respect."