Devon Watson believes ensuring members don't have convictions would help protect vulnerable people
The leader of Douglas City Council believes local authority members should undergo criminal record checks before taking up their seats.
Devon Watson has been speaking to Manx Radio about the Local Government Amendment Bill.
If approved, the legislation would introduce tighter regulations around members interests and codes of conduct.
Councillor Watson says some areas of the bill could go further:
Warning of mass exodus of Manx police officers
Chief constable discusses recruitment and retention with Tynwald committee
Amber weather warning issued for Tuesday
We're being told to expect significant overtopping of waves
New school planned for Park Road brownfield site
It's been derelict since the former St Ninian's Lower School was demolished in 2013
Immigration focus of Positive Action Group meeting tonight
Talk will be held at the Manx Legion Club at 7pm
