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Election Special: Arbory, Castletown & Malew candidates talk business

The Isle of Man's General Election takes place on September 22nd - one of the hot topics ahead of the vote is the state of the Island's economy.

In the Business News today we'll hear the thoughts of the candidates standing in the constituency of Arbory, Castletown and Malew: 
 
First up is former Malew and Santon MHK Graham Cregeen - he says the economy has to be the top priority both nationally and locally: 
 
 
Architect Stephen Crowther is also attempting to take one of the two seats available in the constituency - he says we have to build on the positive steps which have already been taken: 
 

Former Rushen MHK Phil Gawne has moved constituencies due to the boundary changes - he says people need to remember the positives: 

Castletown Commissioner Richard McAleer is also making a bid for a seat - he says there are still ways to boost the economy further: 

Teacher Jason Moorhouse says whilst the figures are looking good the government needs a more 'considered approach': 



Prospective MHK Carl Parker says taxpayers must have a say when it comes to government finances: 

Manx Labour Party candidate Carol Quine says she believes smaller businesses need more support to make local communities prosper: 

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