Bell: 'The public has spoken'
Newly elected female MHKs will make a 'positive contribution' to politics on the Isle of Man.
That's the view of a former chief minister who says it's right they were elected on their own merits.
History was made this week when 10 women were sworn-in as MHKs – the highest number ever elected.
Allan Bell says the issue of gender representation had been discussed at length for many years:
Storm Bram: Trees down amid widespread disruption
Footage shows large waves crashing onto coastal roads
Further adjournment for attempted murder accused
19-year-old is also charged with several other offences
Risk of overregulation ahead of Moneyval has led to 'friction'
Chief minister discusses response from business sector ahead of assessment
"Most" remaining MiCard users sign up for bank account payments
Minister says fewer than 100 may receive new cards after service switch-off
Storm Bram: Red weather warning to come into force later
We're told to expect 'severe' coastal overtopping this afternoon