More than 400 respond to small value coins consultation

Deadline for submissions is next Wednesday

More than 400 responses have been submitted so far to a public consultation asking whether the Isle of Man needs 1p, 2p and 5p coins.

Treasury is currently seeking feedback from Manx residents on plans to scrap small value coins.

Those who wishing to share their views have until Wednesday next week to submit their thoughts via government's online consultation hub.

Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says the coins cost more to make than they're worth, and is questioning whether the public really wants them: