Move would cost in region of £800,000
The new Health Minister says introducing free prescriptions in the Island would cost his department approaching £800,000.
However, David Ashford admits health chiefs are assessing the possibility.
During a Tynwald debate into the future shape of the Health and Social Care Department, Mr Ashford ruled out 'knee jerk' decisions just eight days after he was appointed.
IOM aware of 'a small number' of visa holders being stopped at the UK border
Resident left feeling “absolutely awful and humiliated”
Demolition of former Castletown Golf Links Hotel to start
It's been closed since 2007
Douglas Council announces 'moderate' rates increase with investment in facilities
Leader Devon Watson says new schemes will be trialled over the coming year
Green Lounge gets approval
Consumption passes open today
