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Time to 'reinstill' financial discipline in government says CM

Cannan claims public sector is 'regrouping' after 'tumultuous period’

Financial discipline needs to be ‘re-instilled’ within the Isle of Man Government.

That’s the message from the chief minister who says it’s needed for the long-term security of the Island.

Alfred Cannan claims the public sector is ‘effectively regrouping’ after a ‘tumultuous period’.

He told Manx Radio a number of ‘really exceptional circumstances’ – including the war in Ukraine, soaring inflation and the cost-of-living crisis – have forced government to spend money.

But he's warning that discipline could have an impact on public services:

You can listen to the full interview HERE

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