Candidates standing for Douglas East

Five candidates will be standing in the general election for the Douglas East constituency.

Douglas East is home to buildings that make up the island's administrative, judicial and political heart – government offices, the courts of justice, and legislative buildings.

Traditionally a key part of the island's tourist industry, the constituency's eastern boundary runs along Douglas seafront and includes many of the capital's hotels and former boarding houses, many of which are now used as B&Bs or apartments.

The promenade is also home to the Douglas Bay Horse Tramway, which is marking its 150th anniversary in 2026.

Running parallel to the promenade is the capital's main shopping street, with the Drumgold and Chester Street multi-storey car parks at either end.

Along with the island's ferry port, the constituency takes in the Victoria, King Edward and Red piers as well as the Sea Terminal building.

The area is also home to North Quay, overlooking the Douglas Marina, where several significant developments are earmarked to take shape in the years to come, alongside parts of the previously rejuvenated quayside.

Its boundary with Douglas Central runs along Ridgeway Street, Bucks Road, Prospect Hill, Woodbourne Road and Ballaquayle Road.

Its border with Douglas North runs along Glencrutchery Road, taking in the TT grandstand and Noble's Park.

The constituency had a population of 6,580, according to Electoral Commission figures from 2023. As of October 2025, 4,938 people were registered to vote.

The BBC has invited all candidates to submit a minute manifesto in which they explain why they would be a good MHK and their three main priorities.

Occupation: Politician and registered nurse

Electoral history: Previously contested the by-election in 2015 in Douglas East, elected MHK for Douglas East in 2016 and 2021 (current environment, food and agriculture minister)

Occupation: Politician - formerly worked in social care and education

Electoral history: Elected MHK for Douglas East in 2021

Occupation: Small business owner in the construction industry

Electoral history: Has not contested a House of Keys election before

Occupation: Taxi driver and tour guide

Electoral history: Has not contested a House of Keys election before

Occupation: Small business owner

Electoral history: Has not contested a House of Keys election before

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