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Cost of living crisis 'remains a focus for government'

Rising prices still a concern despite fall in inflation

The treasury minister insists the cost of living crisis remains a concern for the Isle of Man Government ahead of next year's budget.

The inflation rate on the Island has fallen in 2023 from 8% in January to 5.7% last month.

Last winter, government had to offer a number of support packages to help those impacted by rising costs.

Manx Radio asked Alex Allinson whether the drop in inflation means there's less of a focus on price rises:

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