What a day in Manx politics. I don’t really get it. I know small things matter and how one can change a stance. It is going to be expensive, perhaps even leading to cancelled orders or unused stock, misuse of time, lack of progress across the board It is no way to run a government
However, we still have to ask three basic questions that are of far greater importance:
- Are health services working? That is, do they get people better quickly and inexpensively? → No
- Is transport working? Can we get on and off the island cheaply and efficiently? → No
- Is education working? Well, I think it could be a lot better.
As AI explains
🏥 Health Services
- Core question: Are our health services working — getting people better quickly and affordably?
- Reality: Demand is rising, costs are high, and waiting times remain a concern. The Isle of Man spends over a quarter of its government budget (≈26%) on health and social care, yet many residents feel outcomes don’t match the investment.
🚢 Transport
- Core question: Is transport working — can we get on and off the island cheaply and efficiently?
- Reality: Sea and air links remain expensive compared to other regions. Reliability and affordability are recurring frustrations for residents and businesses, limiting connectivity and growth.
📚 Education
- Core question: Is education working — preparing young people for the future?
- Reality: Standards are steady but many believe they could be much stronger. Calls for modernisation, better resources, and alignment with UK benchmarks are frequent.