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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Tynwald approves changes to sitting schedule, including half-term breaks and revised start dates
Measures to avoid school break sittings backed, with earlier October and January starts agreed
Plea to Manx parents to check meningitis vaccination status
It follows the death of two young people in the UK
Bus dispute ‘a considerable way apart’ as talks continue, says infrastructure minister
Tim Crookall optimistic progress is possible despite ongoing strike action and disagreements over contracts and pay structure
Noble's bed capacity exceeding industry-recognised 'safe levels'
The health minister's been responding to an urgent Tynwald question
Island sheep shearer claims fourth at World Championships
Manx contingent returns from New Zealand