Contracts ultimately cost government income
A union boss says the issue of zero-hours contracts needs to be addressed in Eddie Teare's next budget.
The Treasury Minister will set-out his plans for the final budget of this administration a week on Tuesday (Feb 16).
Eric Holmes of Unite believes the private sector is sometimes reluctant to provide workers with more than 16 hours a week.
He thinks it's a loophole that is costing the government.
MiCard users who can't use bank accounts to receive new cards
Proposals receive unanimous support in Tynwald
Mountain closure further extended
Will remain shut until Friday
Chief minister proposes issuing new MiCards to those who can't open bank accounts
Chief minister puts forward amendment in Tynwald
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Hopes work could start by the end of 2026
More details about MiCard replacement could be revealed today
Chief minister asked for debate on the payment method to be adjourned overnight