Rob Callister

In the manifesto

“Give young people a stronger start in life by increasing access to affordable homes, supporting higher wages, and expanding training, apprenticeship and career opportunities that create a clear pathway to success on the Island.”

In the manifesto

“Continue pressing for the introduction of an Empty Homes Premium to encourage long-term vacant properties back into use and increase the availability of housing for residents.”

In the manifesto

“Support the delivery of around 1,500 affordable homes over the next decade, including at least 500 homes for first-time buyers and 250–300 additional social housing properties, while seeking changes to Housing Policy 5 to require 35% affordable housing on greenfield sites and 10% on brownfield and underused sites”

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“Support a long-term health and social care strategy with sustainable funding, a strong healthcare workforce, modern digital systems, and reduced waiting times so patients can access high-quality care when and where they need it.”

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“Help protect and support older residents by safeguarding the value of the Manx State Pension, retaining free TV licences for those aged 75 and over, and ensuring older people have a stronger voice within Government and Manx Care.”

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“Support community-based, preventative, mental health, social care, and support services for older residents, while increasing transparency, accountability, and performance within Manx Care.”

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“Help to deliver a fair, sustainable and compassionate care system that helps older residents live independently for longer, strengthens support for family carers, invests in community-based services, and ensures dignity, quality of care and personal choice remain at the heart of future reforms.”

In the manifesto

“Help older residents remain independent for longer by improving co-ordination of healthcare and support services, while developing a joined-up strategy to tackle loneliness and social isolation across the Island.”

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“Make childcare more affordable and accessible by extending support for children under three, increasing childcare funding and tax reliefs, and providing greater assistance for parents who are working, training or studying.”

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“Expand high-quality childcare across the Island by increasing childcare places, strengthening workforce recruitment, and extending wraparound care before and after school and during school holidays to better support working families.”

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“Ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed by improving support for Additional Educational Needs, tackling educational disadvantage, and providing the early intervention and specialist support needed to help every pupil reach their full potential.”

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“Equip young people with the skills, experience and opportunities needed for the future by expanding apprenticeships and vocational pathways, strengthening links between education and employers, and enhancing digital, technical, financial and life skills education.”

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“Support business growth, investment, and job creation by reducing unnecessary bureaucracy, investing in skills and apprenticeships, encouraging innovation in technology and clean energy, and delivering the infrastructure needed for a resilient and competitive economy.”

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“Continue to promote the Isle of Man's heritage, culture and arts by supporting a dedicated Department of Tourism, Heritage, Culture and the Arts, investing in our unique national identity, and promoting the Island as a leading destination for tourism, culture, heritage and major events.”

In the manifesto

“Oppose any offshore wind development in Manx territorial waters that exports all of its electricity to the UK without delivering clear, direct and lasting benefits to Isle of Man residents and businesses, beyond simply generating revenue for the Treasury.”

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“Support a full independent assessment of the Western Link 2 interconnector opportunity, alongside all other major renewable energy proposals, to ensure the Isle of Man delivers the most secure, affordable and sustainable energy future possible.”

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“Support long-term investment in roads, pavements, public transport that better connects our towns and villages, drainage, flood prevention, utilities, digital connectivity, and community infrastructure, ensuring services keep pace with population growth, support economic development, and protect homes, businesses, and communities for future generations.”

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“Help deliver reliable and affordable air and sea links by supporting key routes, securing a stronger Sea Services Agreement, and working with transport providers to improve reliability and the passenger experience.”

In the manifesto

“Improve opportunities and wellbeing for young people by making public transport more affordable and accessible, while strengthening mental health and early intervention services to ensure support is available when it is needed most.”

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“Support investment in local renewable energy and cleaner technologies to strengthen the Isle of Man's energy security, reduce reliance on imported fuels, and build a more resilient and sustainable future.”

In the manifesto

“Require the next Council of Ministers and Manx Utilities to publish the full evidence base for any offshore wind proposal in Manx territorial waters that could supply electricity to the Isle of Man, including clear assessments of the economic benefits, environmental impacts, visual effects and community implications, and to undertake meaningful public consultation before any final decision is made.”

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“Strengthen the Island's connectivity to support economic growth, tourism, investment and job creation, ensuring the Isle of Man remains competitive, accessible and well connected.”

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“Strengthen Onchan's voice by working closely with residents, Commissioners and community groups to deliver the Onchan 15-Year Roadmap, while promoting fairer social housing policies, higher maintenance standards, greater transparency and a stronger voice for tenants.”

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“Support safer communities through strong neighbourhood policing, robust action against serious and organised crime, better protection for vulnerable adults and children, and improved road safety.”

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“Put Manx workers first by investing in skills, training and apprenticeships, while supporting carefully managed migration where genuine workforce shortages exist, ensuring new residents contribute positively to our economy, communities and public services.”

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“Help deliver a stronger future for Onchan by holding Government accountable for long-overdue improvements to traffic management, parking, key junctions, bus services and local infrastructure, while ensuring more road tax revenue is invested in repairing and maintaining the Island's roads and pavements.”

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“Advocate that any final decision made by the Council of Ministers is debated openly in Tynwald and subject to democratic scrutiny before receiving final approval.”

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“Support a modern, transparent and independent police complaints system.”

In the manifesto

“Support a more transparent, accountable, and efficient Government by strengthening scrutiny of major projects, publishing the evidence behind key decisions, reducing unnecessary bureaucracy, and building a stronger partnership between Government and the people of the Isle of Man.”