Tynwald to hear questions about tariffs

Tuesday, 22 April 2025 08:40

Tynwald sits this morning, with a total of 23 questions on the agenda.

They'll include queries about Donald Trump's international trade tariffs, changes to immigration rules and extending the Douglas horse tram tracks to the Sea Terminal.

Also during the April sitting, Cabinet Office minister David Ashford will make a statement about Freedom of Information laws, Infrastructure minister Michelle Haywood has a statement about housing and members will debate the future of pensions.

Tynwald sits from 10am in Legislative Buildings in Douglas.

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