Manx Gas prices scrutinised by House of Keys

The House of Keys sits for the first time since TT this morning, with Manx Gas firmly in the sights of MHKs.

In total, there'll be six questions for oral answer and another two for written reply about the company and its prices.

It's after prices rose by 3.5 per cent and the standing charge rose by 2.4 per cent at the start of this month.

This morning, Office of Fair Trading chairman Martyn Perkins will face a barrage of questions.

Mr Perkins will be asked to make a statement on the latest price rises by Onchan MHK Rob Callister.

Meanwhile, Douglas North MHK David Ashford wants to know how the OFT makes sure prices are fair - and whether the rises met the terms of a regulatory agreement.

This morning will also see Infrastructure Minister Ray Harmer explain why a road in front of the airport was shut during following a terror attack in the UK.

MHKs will also debate new laws about dogs, freedom of information and casino licenses when the house sits at 10am.