Reform is key in future negotiations between government and unions.
That from MHK Alf Cannan as mediation is planned in the ongoing dispute over public sector pay.
Negotiations between the employers and employees side of the Whitley Council had been put on hold after a row.
Mr Cannan, the chairman of the employers side, says modernisation is vital.
Politicians reflect on the importance of Tynwald Day
It's been a Manx tradition for more than 1,000 years
Tynwald Day ceremony to get underway in St John's
Five acts to be promulgated from Tynwald Hill
Some Citroen C3 and DS3 models subject to 'stop drive' notice over defective airbags
Global recall underway
2025 Southern 100 getting underway today
Billown event celebrating 70th anniversary this year
Manx-born musician 'proud' to return with army band for Tynwald Day
Captain Richard Watterson to perform in St John's