Chris Thomas removed for voting against CoMin
The sacking of the policy and reform minister was raised during questions at today's government media briefing on coronavirus.
Chris Thomas was removed from the role after he voted against the Council of Ministers on a matter regarding planning in Tynwald earlier this week.
Chief Minister Howard Quayle explained why Mr Thomas had to go:
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