Harmer responds to roadworks criticism

Minister questioned in Keys

Economic impact assessments are carried out ahead of roadworks.

That from Infrastructure Minister Ray Harmer, who was asked whether they were done by North Douglas MHK David Ashford in the House of Keys.

Some long-term projects have come under fire recently for the length of time they have taken and how much they have affected footfall in smaller businesses.

Mr Ashford went on to ask Mr Harmer whether business owners were properly consulted and informed ahead of works, because he had heard complaints that was sometimes not the case

Mr Harmer said they were, but the department was always looking to improve things: