Follows criticism by Chamber of Commerce
The enterprise minister has defended his department against criticism from the Chamber of Commerce over the lead-in time to an increase in the minimum wage.
The rise to £9.50 for adults will come into force from April.
The timing of the proposal got a frosty reception from the chamber which felt it didn't give businesses enough time to prepare for the increase.
But Dr Alex Allinson is unrepentant:
Fire service begins new year with three-call outs
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Increase in demand at Noble's Hospital over last decade
Big rise in patients at radiology and A&E
Annual Illiam Dhone commemoration takes place today
Event marks anniversary of martyr's execution
Yellow warning for snow and ice remains in effect
The alert lifts at 3pm
