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New MLP leader reflects on election

Joney Faragher takes over from David Cretney

The Manx Labour Party has a new leader.

Joney Faragher was elected into the role at the weekend, following Tynwald veteran David Cretney's retirement from Manx politics this year.

Sarah Maltby has been elected Chair of the MLP, moving from her previous role as secretary of the party.

Dollin Mercer asked Mrs Faragher if the result came as a surprise, or if she had been quietly confident:

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