MHK apologises after pension controversy

Thu, 18 Dec 2014

John Houghton MHK

The MHK embroiled in a row over contributing to his pension has apologised saying the whole affair has ridiculed politicians.

North Douglas representative John Houghton last week was revealed as the only MHK not to be paying.

He's blamed Treasury for not deducting the money saying he did complete the application form.

In the House of Keys this week Mr Houghton said he's had "overwhelming support" and continues to stand by his explanation that he isn't at fault: