Vulnerable must be protected as books are balanced
An improved gender ratio in Tynwald will benefit debates and go some way to mirroring the Island's society.
That's the belief of a candidate who has declared in Ayre and Michael.
Thirty-eight year old Louise Whitelegg, of Kerrowmoar, Lezayre, is a quality systems manager at Ramsey Bakery.
She believes now is a critical time for Manx politics and says with the hangover from the VAT re-adjustment and pension deficit, balancing the books must be done in such a way as to ensure the protection of the vulnerable whilst not impeding the Island's ability to act innovatively and grow a sustainable future for the Island.
Mrs Whitelegg is married and outside of work is a Regional Co-ordinator for Christian Aid and volunteer with Girl Guiding and the One World Centre.
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