Prospective politicians must concentrate on national issues if the Isle of Man is to prosper over the next five years:
That's the message from the Chief Minister who says the Island needs to elect 24 people who can react to problems beyond our shores - particularly in light of Brexit.
The Isle of Man's General Election will take place in September - candidates have until August 24th to declare.
Allan Bell says there will be a number of 'difficult issues' within the next five year term:
Should dangerous drivers who kill face life in jail?
Police dealing with crash in Colby
Stop falsely accusing youngsters of vandalising skate park!
Plans to make northern school more accessible
Government fully committed to min wage rise
Airport director apologises for 'unusual circumstances' which returned flight
Garage staff get body cams to tackle abuse and theft
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