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Election Special: Douglas East candidates talk business

The Isle of Man's General Election takes place on September 22nd - one of the hot topics ahead of the vote is the state of the Island's economy. 

In the Business News today we're been hearing the thoughts of the candidates standing in the constituency of Douglas East. 
 
First up is local nurse Clare Bettison - she believes diversification is the key to keeping the Island's economy healthy: 

Also vying for one of the two seats available in the constituency is Quintin Gill who says he's been convinced to make a return to Manx politics: 

Manx Labour Party candidate Richard Halsall says he doesn't believe the economy should be the main focus: 

Former Douglas East MHK Jon Joughin is hoping to retain his seat at the election - he says the last administration made good progress but Brexit will be the next challenge: 

John McBride is also standing - he says the economy is key but government must up its game to tackle the issues affecting it: 

Chris Robertshaw is hoping to reclaim his seat in the constituency - he says the right balance has to be struck: 

Independent Green candidate Cat Turner is vying for one of the two seats available in the constituency - she says whilst things look positive there's another side to the story: 

Teacher Amanda Walker is one of three women standing for Douglas East - she says she wants to see the figures 'from the inside' to gain an accurate perception of our finances: 

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