Most fundamental change in decade
Approval of a new Justice Reform Bill on the Isle of Man is another step towards reform of the criminal justice system.
Last week the House of Keys voted unanimously to accept amendments made by the Legislative Council:
Douglas East MHK Clare Barber moved the bill which addresses out of date processes, encourages early intervention and seeks diversion away from the court system.
It was seconded by Home Affairs Minister Graham Cregeen:
Government plans to withdraw interest from reserve fund no longer required
Higher than expected income tax receipts mean it's not necessary
Peel Commissioners not adding 'discretionary' one percent increase to social housing rents
It reviewed rent arrear levels and 'escalating' food costs when making the decision
New organ donation laws set to come into force in coming weeks
It follows Tynwald approval of new measures earlier this year
CoMin 'recognises and is mindful' of minimum wage concerns
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