Douglas Central MHK confirms he's standing for re-election
A former government minister is calling on aspiring MHKs to provide more detail in their manifestos.
Chris Thomas has criticised what he's called "traditional Manx" campaign promises that contain little in the way of policy.
He's also praised a debate on whether or not candidates for the role of chief minister should declare beforehand.
Mr Thomas, who was dismissed as policy and reform minister in May, refused to confirm if he would would be putting himself forward for the top job:
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