Confusion over Robertshaw's role

There appears to be confusion among Tynwald members over the role of the Policy and Reform Minister.

Chief Minister Allan Bell has been questioned about what legal powers Chris Robertshaw has in his position as the Minister concerned.

Members wanted to know whether Mr Robertshaw had the same rights as every other minister.

Mr Bell said his appointment was an honest attempt to streamline government, and he had every confidence in the new system.

Mr Bell gave members an overview of the minister's role:

Onchan MHk Peter Karran accused the council of ministers of making the law up as they went along. [11:13]