Government consultation currently open
There is no need to alter the current legal aid system.
That's the view of local advocate Stephen Wood who has already made a submission to the government consultation on the matter.
He is a member of the duty advocate committee and says 95% of his work is legal aid.
Mr Wood says making a change for change's sake is not required:-
Isle of Man inflation eases slightly to 2.8% in October
Rising restaurant, food and tobacco prices continue to drive inflation, while energy costs help offset increases
Progress on autism strategy welcomed
Strategy team's first annual report and Phase 2 Action Plan published
Paper car tax discs cost DOI £7,500 each month
Minister admits infrastructure is not in place to digitise process within this administration
Just over half the vehicles examined were defective
Notices were issued for faulty lights, worn tyres, and a missing wheel nut
