Student to set up Isle of Man Youth Assembly

Organisation aims to give young people a voice in politics

A Manx student is setting up an Isle of Man Youth Assembly to give young people on the Island a chance to have their views heard by the Government.

Amy Bennett wants the Manx Government to consider the opinions of younger generations when preparing new laws.

Policy and Reform Minister Chris Thomas insists the Assembly will be taken seriously.

Speaking on Mandate this morning, Miss Bennett said it's important for young people to be heard by politicians: