Claims hospitality workers' exemption a win-win
We have to do what’s right to grow the Island’s economy.
Those are the words of Chief Minister Howard Quayle in the week a temporary work permit exemption was introduced to ease staffing shortages in the Manx hospitality sector.
A union has criticised the move and says the focus should be on securing improved conditions and wages for workers.
But the Chief Minister has rubbished suggestions visiting workers will be exploited.
Manx Wildlife Trust seeks planning approval for new freshwater wetlands in Patrick
Charity hopes to improve access and install three new bird hides
DOI minister wants to resolve bus dispute ahead of strike action
Tim Crookall says meetings have been ongoing
ManxPACT raises concerns over suicide rates and mental health provision on the Isle of Man
Community group publishes new report
Manx Care CEO questioned over health body's whistleblowing policies
Teresa Cope appears before Tynwald committee
'Heavy snow' shuts Mountain RoadÂ
A yellow weather warning for snow and sleet remains in place until 9am