The Manx government’s commitment to protect those on low and fixed incomes will remain, so says the Treasury Minister.
Despite VAT cuts announced by the UK Government earlier this week costing the Manx exchequer a potential £40 million annually, Mr Bell has vowed to retain the commitment.
But he has warned prioritising is more important than ever before (audio file attached):
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