MHK calls for investigation into Sefton failings

Mon, 23 Jun 2014

South Douglas MHK Kate Beecroft

Proper investigations and a full inquiry into what led a government minister to "fall on his sword".

That's what South Douglas MHK Kate Beecroft is calling for following last week's revelations that cash loans made to the Sefton Group were unlawful - she says clarity is needed on who was actually at fault:

It led to head of Economic Development John Shimmin resigning.

Despite the Chief Minister's pledge that this will not mean a change in commitment to economic development the Liberal Vannin leader says questions still need answering: