The Positive Action Group (PAG) will stage a presentation by two current government ministers this evening (Monday).

Policy and Reform Minister Chris Thomas MHK and Economic Development Minister Laurence Skelly will explain and discuss the recently adopted Programme for Government .

A PAG spokesman said: ’One of the idiosyncrasies of Manx democracy is that we elect our MHKs without knowing what the programme of a new Government will be or who will lead it.

’We are pleased to say that Chief Minister Quayle has sought the views of backbenchers and CoMin colleagues in speedily forming a strategic plan. It was unanimously approved in January Tynwald.

’The document states the objectives of the new government for the next five years and identifies its priorities. In it there are 81 statements accompanied by 85 actions. It is very encouraging.’

This meeting aims to give the public a chance to make its views known. As usual, after the formal presentation, there will be an opportunity to question the ministers.

The meeting, which is is free and open to all, will take place at the Manx Legion Club, Market Hill, Douglas, starting at 7.30pm.