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Government consultations need 'more objective and neutral' approach

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Former government press officer says some have been 'very skewed'

A former government press officer says public consultations have lost their way and some have been 'very skewed'.

Alistair Ramsay is calling for a more objective and neutral approach to the process.

Government uses consultations to collect feedback from Manx residents ahead of legislative change.

Mr Ramsay believes a 'strict code' is needed, and the scope of the consultation shouldn't be set by government:

Manx Radio has invited the Isle of Man Government to respond to Mr Ramsay's comments.

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