New MHK fears move adds to public mistrust
The decision to announce a pay rise for government staff a day after the general election has been met with concern.
One of the 12 new faces in the House of Keys says it adds to the 'suspicion' about the way government is run.
Clare Bettison is now one of five women now in the chamber after she topped the polls in Douglas East yesterday.
Speaking live on Women Today, she said the timing of the pay rise announcement is worrying:
Government plans to withdraw interest from reserve fund no longer required
Higher than expected income tax receipts mean it's not necessary
Medical cannabis should be 'holistic', says pharmacistÂ
Drug has 'useful benefits' but isn't 'the be-all and end-all'
Peel Commissioners not adding 'discretionary' one percent increase to social housing rents
It reviewed rent arrear levels and 'escalating' food costs when making the decision
New organ donation laws set to come into force in coming weeks
It follows Tynwald approval of new measures earlier this year
