DED chief says views of Committee were not rejected
The Economic Development Minister says the views of the Minimum Wage Committee were not rejected.
Laurence Skelly was speaking following criticism of government's move to introduce a minimum wage for over 25s of £7.50 per hour from 1 June.
The Minister says the recommendations of the committee were actually accepted - but a new band of pay has now been introduced.
Balthane Roundabout targeted for Spring 2027 completion, says infrastructure minister
Construction could begin in September 2026, with coal tar issues continuing to delay road schemes across the Island
Jurby Junk founder dies aged 90
Stella Pixton ran the famous shop in the north of the Island for more than 40 years
Treasury exploring replacement payment card scheme
New system could succeed MiCards after U-turn extension
Liverpool ferry terminal dispute escalates in House of Keys as minister refuses to publish final cost
Infrastructure minister says legal advice prevents disclosure of the final cost, as an MHK claims the overall price tag exceeds £100 million