Positive message from minister over growth

Policy review committee hears of thriving economy

The Manx economy is growing, but more should be done to ensure it does so sustainably.

That's the view of Economic Development Minister Laurence Skelly, speaking to a Tynwald Standing Committee this week.

The Economic Policy Review Committee meets annually to assess the state of the Island's financial situation.

Mr. Skelly, and the Department's Chief Executive Officer Chris Corlett, discussed the 4.5% rate of GDP growth last year.

But Mr Skelly warned growth must be kept sustainable if it's to continue in the long term: