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Island to discuss possible benefits beyond its territorial sea

Petition victory in Tynwald

The Isle of Man is due to discuss possible benefits beyond its territorial sea.

It follows a Tynwald motion tabled by Paul Craine MLC calling for the Council of Ministers to ask the UK for an extension to the median line between the two countries.

The motion came about as a result of a petition in the names of Keith Kerruish of Ramsey and Phil Craine of Douglas - which Mr Craine presented to the court this month.

Despite opposition from CoMin, the motion received overwhelming support. 

Afterwards Mr Craine gave his reaction:

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