Members will chose who takes on the role at this month's sitting
Tynwald will elect a new president next week.
Steve Rodan, who has held the role since 2016 is retiring after more than 25 years in Manx politics.
Rushen MHKs Laurence Skelly and Juan Watterson have both put themselves forward for the position.
At a hustings for Tynwald members, Mr Watterson said it's important for the President to be active:
Mr Skelly explained what he sees as the key qualities for the job:
Chief minister a "prisoner inside his own Council of Ministers", says MHK
Chris Thomas speculates Alfred Cannan will stand down before long
Public meeting about Castletown Market square to be held at the end of the monthÂ
It's been organised by Tony Brown and Richard Ronan who say there needs to be consultation
Groves Road to shut outside NSC until January 2025
Closure to allow for drainage works
ODC by-election: Meet Oliver Lockwood
He believes residents in urban areas should pay less for waste collection
