Alfred Cannan commences cabinet reshuffle 

More details to follow 

Manx Radio understands the chief minister has commenced a reshuffle of his cabinet. 

Alex Allinson has stepped down as treasury minister. 

The Ramsey MHK was expected to deliver the budget next month. 

In a statement sent to Manx Radio, Alfred Cannan says: "I am redefining this government’s approach to priorities within the remaining term of this administration. There has been increasing divergence in the prioritisation of policy initiatives and I am refreshing my Council of Ministers to meet the delivery objectives necessary for the benefit of the Island.

"This is a time for clarity and purpose. I have determined that a Ministerial reshuffle is necessary. This is now underway and there will be updates made throughout the day."