Too much money is being spent on providing legal aid for court cases on the Isle of Man.
The Treasury Minister says it’s writing ‘blank cheques’ and is concerned about the sustained high cost of legal activity.
Eddie Teare says a budget can’t be set because it’s impossible to predict future court cases.
His comments come as final figures are expected shortly for a high profile election fraud case which has already cost taxpayers over £1 million.
Mr Teare says something has to be done:
Peel Carnival needs you!
One of Peel's biggest events is looking for volunteers to help organise it.
Commissioners looking for new clerk
Jurby commissioners say they're looking for a new clerk and finance officer.
Nobody charged for paper Manx Utilities bills, says chair
Manx Utilities chairman John Wannenburgh says nobody pays to receive a paper bill.
Should cohabiting couples get married tax breaks?
Questions about whether cohabiting couples should get equal tax rights to those who are married will be raised in Tynwald next week.
Repairs on Peel Power Station to get underway
Manx Utilities says it's hoping to start fitting replacement flues to Peel Power Station next week.
Manx Care doctor survey to be discussed by Tynwald
How will the Government respond to a damning survey by the British Medical Association?
Weather warning for snow tonight
A yellow weather warning about more freezing weather will come into force later.
MHK queries safety at primary school in Ballabeg
An MHK will raise the issue of safety outside a primary school in the south of the Island next week.
