Comments made by Ramsey Commissioner now subject to criminal investigation

Elizabeth Shimmin remains on the board of the local authority 

Comments made by a Ramsey Commissioner on social media regarding the death of Charlie Kirk are now subject to a criminal investigation. 

Elizabeth Shimmin wrote on Facebook "what is wrong with people" and that Mr Kirk should "burn in hell", in response to a tribute posted on the site. 

Vice-Chair of the commissioners Sandra Cottam-Shea said the investigation now takes "precedence" and there won't be any 'further' public discussion.

She added that the local authority has 'no mechanism' to remove Ms Shimmin from her post and is a matter for her to 'reconcile' with her actions.