The Michael MHK insists he and many of his backbench colleagues have made positive contributions during the last three years.
On Sunday, former Policy and Reform Minister Chris Robertshaw accused some backbenchers of 'nitpicking' and not offering much of substance.
However, one of the more vocal members, Alfred Cannan, has laughed off that claim.
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14-year-old accused of murder to appear in court again next month
Juvenile remanded following death of 14-year-old Christopher McBurnie
May was sunniest on record for Isle of Man
It was also the warmest, according to Ronaldsway Met Office
Calls for Manx government to 'take stronger action against Israel'
Lobbyists host vigils on Douglas promenade every Friday 'for the Palestinian people'
TT: Revised Friday racing schedule confirmed
Contingency day available tomorrow is not being utilised
All visiting TT patients have had the right travel insurance so far, says Manx Care
Some have even had cover specifically for the event