House of Keys pay reduction a possibility

Thursday, 13 November 2014 00:00

Members of the House of Keys could take a pay cut after changes to the terms and conditions of the Civil Service and Whitley Council.

A joint working group has been established to examine the introduction of new measures for new starters.

It includes looking at pay and grading arrangements, allowances, annual and sick leave and overtime rates outside of existing employment contracts.

Chair Phil Gawne says it could affect politicians:

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