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The Isle of Man shouldn’t follow UK and European legislation blindly.
That view from a businessman who has lived in the Isle of Man for over 20 years and is contesting the single seat in Ayre in September's General Election.
Andrew Newington-Bridges is a former member of Arbory Commissioners and a past chairman of the Isle of Man Municipal Association.
He believes we too often follow governments elsewhere instead of focusing on the Island’s own needs.
Sailings rescheduled due to tidal conditions
Crossings today, over the weekend and on Monday affected
Fourth round of bus strikes gets underway
Drivers stage walkout as DOI says 'constructive discussions' held
Haulage contractor calls for road improvements after truck accident
Driver injured after his vehicles falls foul of a verge on Tosaby Road
'Magical moment' as Manx language to light up the sky over Douglas
Drone display in the Island's capital this evening
Food wholesaler to close after 55 years
KC Foods has been in business on the Island since 1971