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Join the revolution, urges Gawne

by isleofman.com 23rd May 2016

'Radical' discussion at public meeting tonight

A Minister is among those calling for 'radical' upheaval at a public meeting on Monday.

Infrastructure Minister Phil Gawne, along with businessman Juan Kelly, are leading the charge for what they say is a 'new kind of politics', centred around direct democracy and grass-roots decision making.

They're hoping to counteract apparent trends of disillusionment and non-participation in the Manx electorate.

Mr. Gawne said it's a bold plan - but a necessary one: (play audio)

 

The meeting, open to all, takes place at Noa Bakehouse in Douglas at 6pm.

Posted by isleofman.com
Monday 23rd, May 2016 06:20pm.

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