MHK optimistic despite outcome of motion
Onchan MHK Julie Edge’s effort to reverse the Department for Enterprise’s decision not to define politicians as 'prescribed persons' in whistleblowing cases has been defeated.
In a lengthy debate, Tynwald raised concerns about potentially blurring the lines between representing constituents and handling formal complaints with possible legal consequences.
Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston argued that politicians likely lack the appropriate authority to manage such situations.
Despite the motion being defeated, Ms Edge remained optimistic:
During the debate, Speaker Juan Watterson said he believed it would create 'unrealistic expectations':
Walter Wannenburgh - the attorney general - says the motion posed some interesting questions:
Douglas Central MHK Chris Thomas believes there's a sad reality:
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