Tynwald votes in favour of Manx Care's annual priorities

Interim Health and Social Care Minister Alfred Cannan has been given Tynwald approval for Manx Care's annual report, which outlines the organisation’s achievements and ongoing challenges.

Manx Care aims to be the best small Island health and social care system, focusing on patient safety, service quality, and financial sustainability

It highlights reductions in surgical waiting lists, improved cancer care, and progress in safeguarding and maternity services.

However, the health body acknowledges challenges such as financial pressures, workforce shortages, increasing demand, and persistent waiting time issues.

In the 2024/25 Budget, Manx Care was allocated £346 million, which was roughly a £40 million uplift on the previous year.

However, it remains overbudget, with some frontline services being cut as a result.

Mr Cannan said it's vital to get the board's finances under control:

Looking ahead, Manx Care plans to improve financial governance, address long outpatient waiting lists, enhance local care delivery, and continue implementing Care Quality Commission (CQC) recommendations.

To date, 133 of 258 recommendations have been actioned.

The organisation emphasises its commitment to cultural transformation, patient-centred care, and data-driven decision-making.

In its annual staff survey, based on NHS-style questions, only 25 percent of staff responded, compared to an NHS average of 48 percent.

Former minister Lawrie Hooper questions what the government aim really is:

Douglas Central MHK Chris Thomas described the financial issues facing Manx Care as 'shameful':

Onchan MHK Julie Edge warned the public's confidence in Manx Care is eroding: