Howard Quayle has been reflecting on advice
The Chief Minister says the Island was warned a year ago that, by this time, thousands might be out of work.
As the Covid-19 pandemic started taking hold the Isle of Man Government sought expert opinion as to the worst case scenario.
Howard Quayle says the predictions were frightening:
Emergency services respond to incident at Douglas Port
Manxman voyage delayed as police, fire and coastguard crews attend Sea Terminal
Junction closed following collision between motorcyclist and car
Motorists urged to avoid junction between Johnny Watterson Lane and Hillberry
Farmers' union calls for stronger legislation to tackle ongoing problem of sheep worrying
MNFU survey reveals impact of issue on Manx agricultural community
Steam train offers extra commuter service amid bus strikes
Bus drivers are due to enter their fourth round of industrial action
1-2% of vehicles on Island's roads untaxed
Department of Infrastructure estimates loss of income of £110,220