People who miss hospital appointments could in future be charged for not turning up.
Director of Health Strategy and Performance Norman McGregor Edwards (pictured) says it was an idea raised at the DHSS's recent series of public meetings and will be considered as a solution by the department.
He says it's the percentage missed isn't enormous but still needs to be dealt with somehow:
DoI has a list of potential new laws
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Health services 'need to be run as efficiently as possible'
Treasury minister admits need for supplementary vote is frustrating
Under 18s could be searched for vaping products
The Vaping Products Act 2024 came into force on the Isle of Man last year
Re-scheduled memorial lecture to be held at end of month
Problem-solving courts will be the subject
