Survey reveals public has less confidence in Manx economy

Wednesday, 19 November 2014 00:00

People have less confidence in the Manx economy this year.

That's according to an Island Analysis survey which surveyed more than 500 residents on the Island's short-term economic prospects.

Omnibus Surveys conducted in Jersey and Guernsey show a similar pattern - but are perceived to fair worse as a result of both hedging their bets too heavily on financial services.

Chris Brock is the chief executive of the Guernsey-based research gathering organisation - he explains the findings:

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