Laurence Skelly announces he won't be seeking re-election in July
The president of Tynwald has announced he'll retire from politics later this year.
Laurence Skelly has confirmed he won't be seeking re-election when his term in office expires in July.
He's been in the post since 2021, having previously served as a Member of the House of Keys for 10 years, including seven years as a minister.
He says it's been a great privilege to serve the people of Rushen and the Isle of Man, and that he intends to remain active in Island life following his retirement.
The election of the next President of Tynwald will take place on 21 July for a term of office extending to 2031.
"I never set out to be a career politician"
Listen to an interview with President of Tynwald Laurence Skelly via the Manx Radio Newscast below:
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