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MHK calls on government to 're-address' support available to local businesses

Concerns government may not achieve Island plan if it doesn't intervene

A Douglas South MHK is calling on government to 're-address' help available to Island-based businesses.

It follows the announcement that her own business – Claire Christian Couture – is closing this month due to what she’s described as ‘unimaginable’ increased costs.

Claire Christian has previously been vocal about the amount of support for those who are self-employed.

A local business owner recently told Manx Radio he believed the current economic climate is tougher than it was during the pandemic.

Ms Christian says she agrees:

 

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