Previous administrations have played a major part in the disparity between public and private sector housing.
So says the Island’s Social Care Minister.
Chris Robertshaw MHK was speaking after it was confirmed public sector rents are to rise by five per cent from next April, twice the rate of inflation.
Minister Robertshaw acknowledges the significant difference in rents which currently exists between sectors.
Sailings rescheduled due to tidal conditions
Crossings today, over the weekend and on Monday affected
Fourth round of bus strikes gets underway
Drivers stage walkout as DOI says 'constructive discussions' held
Haulage contractor calls for road improvements after truck accident
Driver injured after his vehicles falls foul of a verge on Tosaby Road
'Magical moment' as Manx language to light up the sky over Douglas
Drone display in the Island's capital this evening