MHKs to discuss scrapped food and drink festival

Monday, 27 January 2025 15:55

A flagship government event for the Island's food and drink producers, which was scrapped last year, will be raised in the House of Keys.

When members gather in Legislative Buildings in Douglas, Onchan MHK Julie Edge will ask about for an update on the Isle of Man Food and Drink Festival.

The event was cancelled in 2024, with Environment, Food and Agriculture Minister Clare Barber citing falling visitor numbers and saying more, smaller events would be held instead.

The House of Keys is due to sit from 10am on Tuesday.

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