DTI minister David Cretney reckons he 'got it about right' when he suggested a 7.1 per cent increase in the minimum wage, to £6 an hour.
Leader of the union Unite, Mick Hewer, wanted a bigger rise, but Mr Cretney's proposal, which was supported by Tynwald, was more than the £5.85 recommended by the minimum wage committee.
Mr Cretney (pictured) says it was a balancing act:
Tynwald rejects proposed referendum on the Island’s net-zero policy after extensive debate
Island to maintain its current policy approach
Are Manx people happy?
Government publishes Social Attitudes Survey
Tonight's Heysham sailing cancelled
Overnight return service also called off due to forecast poor weather
Plans to progress waste disposal facility near Ronaldsway outlined
The proposals are currently on display at Malew Commissioners