UK process slowing down new Manx law
Garff MHK Martyn Perkins has apologised for the delay in the Abortion Bill becoming law.
Mr Perkins says he had been very supportive of Dr Alex Allinson's Bill and was disappointed that it appeared to be bogged down in legislative process in the UK.
Speaking on Sunday Opinion, he told presenter Bob Harrison of his frustration:
Rapid bed review finds 'deep rooted behavioural and cultural issues' at Noble's Hospital
Advises against increasing capacity 'without root-cause improvements'
'Iconic' 250-year-old Ballaugh elm trees felled due to disease
Commissioner's Chair Steve Curphey says residents have 'fond memories' of the trees
Report published following rapid review of bed capacity at Noble’s Hospital
Nine recommendations made by independent reviewer
'Big discussions' to be had over whether Isle of Man follows UK-style social media ban
Sir Keir Starmer announces 2027 ban for apps like Snapchat and TikTok