Suicide issues 'have needed tackling since 1992'

MLC presents report on suicide in the Isle of Man

The chairman of the Tynwald committee looking at suicide on the Island says the same issues have needed tackling for almost 30 years.

David Cretney MLC is asking the Manx parliament to consider a string of recommendations aimed at improving how the Island deals with suicide.

However, Health Minister David Ashford has made a series of amendments, including asking for the call for an annual progress report to be removed.

Mr Cretney is keen to ensure the committee's work is implemented: