Tynwald prepares for UK EU referendum result 'implications'

Sat, 27 Feb 2016

Chief Minister Allan Bell

The Isle of Man will take a close interest in the outcome of the upcoming EU referendum despite being "on the side-lines".

That's the message from the Chief Minister who says there will be implications for the Island whether the UK votes to leave the European Union or remain in it.

The vote will take place on June 23rd - some Manx residents who have lived in the UK in the past 15 years will be eligible to vote.

Allan Bell says a 'brexit' is likely to have the most immediate impact: