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Attracting right people 'more important' than 100,000 population

Former Chief Minister says new residents must strengthen the economy

The government should consider what new residents will contribute before focusing on growing the population to 100,000.

That's the view of the Isle of Man's first Chief Minister Sir Miles Walker, who says it's vital the Island brings in the right people.

The former Rushen MHK, who joined Marc Tyley on MiTunes this week, believes the Island can support a larger population.

But he says it's important to strengthen the economy as well:

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