The Chief Minister has hit back at critics who claim the closing of the MEA retail outlets was taken lightly and government is profiteering from this.
Speaking to 3FM earlier today, Allan Bell expressed his own personal regret at having to close the stores and the implications this has for staff.
Mr Bell also strongly outlined that the subsequent savings will not go back in to central government and what issues Tynwald now faces with its ongoing losses from the store (see audio).
Police: non-life threatening injuries in Ramsey incident
Police say this afternoon's incident in Ramsey involved a man being assaulted outside Tesco.
Roundhouse cafe employment tribunal adjourned
An employment tribunal against company which used to run a coffee shop in Braddan's Roundhouse has been adjourned - while a former employee tries to put the company back on the register.
Two in custody after Ramsey incident, police say
Police say it was an 'isolated incident' which they dealt with at Tesco in Ramsey, with two suspects now in custody.
Serious incident closes Tesco in Ramsey
Police say they're dealing with a serious incident at Tesco on Bowring Road in Ramsey.
Pleasure Park to freeze prices and extend hours
If you love Onchan Pleasure Park, there's a double-helping of good news - with ticket prices frozen and extra opening hours.
How does government measure public sector performance?
An MHK wants to find out how the government measures productivity in the public sector.
Worst-case scenario info events launch next week
The Island's emergency services will be on hand to explain to prepare for the worst next week.
When was the state of Tromode Road looked at?
An MHK's asking when the last time Tromode Road's condition was assessed, and how high a priority it is.
