Henderson claims effects are felt worldwide
The so-called grandfather of Tynwald says the Manx Parliament sometimes forgets how widely the effects of its work are felt.
MLC Bill Henderson has sat in the chamber for 23 years.
In 2000 he placed a motion calling on government to compensate Manx residents who had been prisoners of war in Japan during World War II.
£10,000 was given - leading to international media attention and motions in Westminster:
Douglas council seeking sites for future housing development
Plans for 'major investment in new, energy-efficient homes'
Most Manx students studying in northern universities
High contingent in north-west England
Mobile Library to return to the road
Service resumes with Island-wide visits ahead of a new timetable in the New Year
Gatwick drop-off fee rises again
Heads up for Manx air passengers travelling to London
