Gov Conference 2, This Time its Political

The gov has announced the dates for its annual two-day Government Conference, which this year is focused on the three themes of housing and infrastructure, education and skills and finance and budgets.

That does seem like six to us, but apparently no it is three.

Taking place at the Villa on September 20 and 21, the conference is presented as a chance to allow people to engage with gov, and, in gov speak, to ‘share new ideas and have honest discussions about the challenges and opportunities facing the island’.

Chief Minister Alf Cannan said: ‘I am looking forward welcoming members of the Manx public once again to engage with Government at the annual Conference in September. Last year we received much feedback and engaged in interesting conversations arising from various panels and Q&A sessions, the outcomes of which informed further development of the Island Plan and Economic Strategy.

‘Following feedback from 2022, this year’s agenda will offer key sessions at more flexible times to provide greater access for more of our community, and will focus on three key themes: Housing, education and skills and finance and government budgets. I hope this year’s Government Conference will spark the same level of engagement and conversation, and invite all Island residents to join the event as we collectively work towards building a more secure, vibrant and sustainable future for our Island.’