200 speak out on reform to pensions and benefits

That was the contented message from Minister for Treasury Eddie Teare - who says the public made a valuable contribution to how government will frame the public consultation. 

 

Last year, Ci65 Ltd. put forward a damning report on social security - calling for a "bold transformation" to meet the needs of Manx residents. 

 

Meetings took place this week in Douglas, Ramsey, Port Erin and Peel - when attendees voiced their opinions. 

 

Mr Teare tells us what kind of effect they have had: