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Department for Enterprise defends annual plan amid political criticism

Politicians previously queried if data contained in the plan was accurate

The enterprise minister insists he has "no reason to believe" data in his department plan has been skewed.

The annual document saw scepticism from backbench politicians who raised an eyebrow over the accuracy of some of the figures.

It aims to develop a national Air Services Policy, advance artificial intelligence initiatives, finalise the delayed Local Economy Strategy, and create 800 new private sector jobs.

Visit Isle of Man claims it received a PR reach of 5.8 billion and Business Isle of Man is claiming its 'Love Manx Shop Local' video received 170,000 views.

Manx Radio has been unable to verify these figures.

Christian Jones sat down with Minister Tim Johnston and Chief Officer Mark Lewin:

 

You can listen to the full discussion via Manx Radio's Newscast. 

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