Drafting errors hold up progress
The man behind a bill aimed at reforming abortion services on the Island says a delay in the legislation is regrettable but makes sense.
The Legislative Council delayed the progress of Dr Alex Allinson's Abortion Reform Bill due to drafting errors and concerns over certain definitions within it the legislation.
Dr Allinson says it's unfortunate the bill won't be ready in time to be promulgated on Tynwald Hill, but it's integrity remains untouched:
Crime on the Island continues to fall while serious incidents create 'exceptional demand'
Chief Constable Russ Foster's Annual Report published
As heatwave heads our way, how do we stay safe in the sun?
Island could reach 27 Celsius on Thursday
Castletown Commissioners celebrating 130 years of Poulsom Park
Event has been organised to commemorate anniversary
Cost of a passport set to increase this summer
Treasury says higher fees will mirror fees introduced in the UK earlier this year