Concerns raised over government's new population aim
The infrastructure minister has told Manx Radio there will be a marked improvement in the provision of ‘affordable’ homes on the Isle of Man.
Chris Thomas was responding to government’s new economic strategy which highlights plans to increase the population by 15,000 people in 15 years.
Concerns have been raised as to the availability of appropriate housing for both new, and existing, residents.
Manx Radio spoke to these people in Douglas:
Mr Thomas is also the chair of the housing and communities board - he spoke to John Moss:
You can find out more about the new economic strategy HERE.​
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