A broadcaster who hopes to become a member of the House of Keys says he could teach the next government a thing or two about communication.

Paul Moulton is standing for election in East Douglas, having officially declared his intention earlier this week.

Having interviewed many politicians on a wide range of issues, he believes the main problem is the way they try to convey their messages.

Mr Moulton says too often vital information is kept from the public (listen to audio file below):

There are five other candidates for the two seats in East Douglas, namely John Karran, Richard Kissack and Geraldine O'Neill, and outgoing members Brenda Cannell and Chris Robertshaw.