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:
Loganair passengers escorted from aircraft after smoke reported at Ronaldsway
Flight bound for Birmingham was cancelled earlier today
Works planned for Douglas junction late this evening
DoI confirms repairs set for Bath place and Peveril Square
Freight services uninterrupted says Steam Packet
Ben-My-Chree currently 'carrying all freight requirements'
Greeba road closed to remove large tree
DoI shuts road towards Ballacraine Cross Roads