Poverty discussed at final Tynwald sitting of year
Tynwald has voted against the idea of a targeted national insurance rebate for people who recieve low incomes.
In the debate on a motion from deputy speaker Chris Robertshaw, Dr Alex Allinson spoke of the hardships faced by the low paid, saying it's important to understand what poverty is and how to deal with it.
Policy and Reform Minister Chris Thomas referred to 'trickle up' economics:
Some pubs to stay open for early-hours England match
Thomas Tuchel's side to face-off against co-hosts at 1am
Tynwald to revisit rates bill after the election
Proposals paused following first and second readings
Douglas Council to install temporary play area in Marine Gardens
Local authority says it's waiting for the promenade sea wall to be extended
'Significant work' needed to reduce people entering criminal justice system
Refreshed Criminal Justice Strategy to go to Tynwald
First risk assessment on proliferation financing published
Marks important milestone ahead of the Island's MONEYVAL evaluation