Devon Watson believes ensuring members don't have convictions would help protect vulnerable people
The leader of Douglas City Council believes local authority members should undergo criminal record checks before taking up their seats.
Devon Watson has been speaking to Manx Radio about the Local Government Amendment Bill.
If approved, the legislation would introduce tighter regulations around members interests and codes of conduct.
Councillor Watson says some areas of the bill could go further:
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