PROGRAMME FOR GOVERNMENT – YEAR 4 Updated 23/09/20

Programme for Government – Year 4 (October 2020 – July 2021) Actions to be removed

We have an economy where local entrepreneurship is supported and thriving and more new businesses are choosing to call the home

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Form local development partnerships and produce local Replaced with 1.11 CABO * Dec 2019 development plans 1.13

Secure a viable proposal for the redevelopment of the Replaced with 1.12 DOI Marlene Maska* April 2021 Summerland Site 1.13

We have a diverse economy where people choose to work and invest We have Island transport that meets our social and economic needs

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We have Island transport that meets our social and economic needs

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PROGRAMME FOR GOVERNMENT – YEAR 4 Updated 23/09/20

We have an education system which matches our skills requirements now and in the future

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4.01 Introduce a regulatory framework for pre-school services Completed DESC Alex Allinson Dec 2021

4.02 Harmonise our further and higher education to ensure we Completed DESC Alex Allinson June 2018 achieve a more effective and value for money service

We have an infrastructure which supports social and economic wellbeing

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Develop brownfield sites at Airport Technology Gateway to create the infrastructure needed to improve social and Replaced with 5.06 DfE TBA March 2021 economic wellbeing and meet the future needs of the 1.13 community

We have utilities that support our Island, communities and business

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PROGRAMME FOR GOVERNMENT – YEAR 4 Updated 23/09/20

We are financially responsible while providing services that meet the needs of our community

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Review strategies to address budget savings 7.09 Completed TSY Alf Cannan* May 2020 target

We have public services which are fit for purpose, modern and provided in the right place

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Undertake an appraisal and develop strategy for Moved to 8.08 the funding requirements of DHSC for the TBA TBA TBA HCTP provision of Health and Social Care Services

Deliver and evaluate the effectiveness of the Year 8.11 Completed CABO Ray Harmer Sept 2019 1 actions set out in the People Strategy

We have more responsive legislation and regulation

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Embed a robust governance framework for Research and Development Activity, whilst 9.06 Removed CABO Jason Moorhouse* April 2020 improving the quality of research applications and associated outcomes

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PROGRAMME FOR GOVERNMENT – YEAR 4 Updated 23/09/20

We engage, participate and are respected internationally

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Co-ordinating Departmental preparations to bring about the resulting necessary legislative change in 10.06 Completed CABO Mar 2019 collaboration with the Attorney General's Chambers

Lead and manage the implications for the Isle of Man arising from the UK's withdrawal from the EU, 10.07 co-ordinating and supporting work across Completed CABO Howard Quayle Mar 2020 Government and providing timely reports on progress

Assess the UK’s trading relationships with 10.08 countries outside the of the EU post exit, and the Completed CABO Howard Quayle Mar 2019 extent of the Isle of Man’s participation in these

Assess the UK’s trading relationships with 10.09 countries outside the of the EU post exit, and the Completed CABO Howard Quayle Mar 2021 extent of the Isle of Man’s participation in these

Complete a compliance enhancing procedures Removed - 10.11 CABO Howard Quayle July 2019 report on issues identified by MONEYVAL BAU

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PROGRAMME FOR GOVERNMENT – YEAR 4 Updated 23/09/20

*Develop opportunities to promote the Isle of Man as a suitable location for developing and testing * new and emerging technologies Amended* 10.12 and Removed DFE Jul 2021 Launch the Isle of Man as a suitable location for - BAU developing and testing the technologies needed for autonomous vehicles

We are an Island where people choose to live and visit

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Invest in better design and layout for our Removed - 11.06 DOI Tim Baker Mar 2021 residential streets BAU

Visit Isle of Man Agency to devise and implement a plan for 2019 and 2020 which extends the visitor Replaced with 11.09 season and grows the visitor economy in numbers DFE Rob Callister* Dec 2020 11.10 and value in line with the original Destination Management Plan objectives

We have a planning system which supports sustainable growth

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PROGRAMME FOR GOVERNMENT – YEAR 4 Updated 23/09/20

Bring into operation the Area Plan for the East by Removed - 12.01 the end of 2019 and set out a timetable for the CABO Ray Harmer Dec 2019 Area Plans for the North and West. BAU

12.06 Introduce an online Planning Application process Removed DEFA TBC Dec 2019

We have a natural and built environment which we conserve and cherish and which is adapted to cope with the threats from climate change

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Introduce a management plan for the 0-3nm 13.07 Existing Complete * Dec 2019 Marine Zone

Bring forward an action plan for CO2 emissions 13.08 Existing Complete Geoffrey Boot* Dec 2019 reduction

We have affordable and accessible housing which meets our social and economic needs

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Investigate how to ensure we have accommodation that can meet the needs of an Replaced - 14.02 DHSC * Dec 2018 ageing population including ‘care’ and ‘extra care’ 14.09 housing, and nursing and residential homes

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PROGRAMME FOR GOVERNMENT – YEAR 4 Updated 23/09/20

Develop a rent deposit protection mechanism and associated tenancy arbitration process, together Replaced - 14.04 DOI * July 2019 with other necessary landlord and tenancy 14.09 arrangements

Bring forward a high level, all Island strategy for Replaced - 14.08 DOI TBC Dec 2019 *affordable* housing with a five year action plan 14.09

We have appropriate, flexible and equitable pensions for all

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Remove - 15.04 Finalise cost sharing arrangements PSPA Chris Thomas May 2018 deferred

Complete a full Cost Sharing valuation by the end Remove - 15.06 PSPA Chris Thomas Dec 2020 of 2020 deferred

We have open and transparent Government which engages effectively with and the public

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To review and implement changes to the way we Remove – 16.05 CABO Ray Harmer April 2019 collect, analyse and report national statistics BAU

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PROGRAMME FOR GOVERNMENT – YEAR 4 Updated 23/09/20

We are tackling the inequalities in our Island society

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17.04 Implement the Equality Act Complete CABO Ray Harmer Jan 2020

We live longer, healthier lives

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18.06 Reduce waiting times for operations Removed DHSC Clare Barber* May 2019

We have improved the quality of life for children, young people and families at risk

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PROGRAMME FOR GOVERNMENT – YEAR 4 Updated 23/09/20

We live our lives safe from crime and danger

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Implement a new prevention and early intervention team which will work with young 20.03 Removed Home Affairs * Oct-19 people at risk of entering the Criminal Justice System

Reduce reoffending through community 20.04 Removed Home Affairs TBC Sep-19 rehabilitation and restorative justice programmes

Drive digital transformation of the criminal justice system, particularly in the Police and Courts, and 20.05 Removed Home Affairs Graham Cregeen* Dec-20 widen the scope in which evidence can be heard and cross-examined

Amend jury arrangements taking into account the 20.06 Removed Home Affairs Graham Cregeen* Mar-20 Tynwald resolution of November 2016

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Programme for Government - October 2020 – July 2021

Actions (to be included)

We have an economy where local entrepreneurship is supported and thriving and more new businesses are choosing to call the Isle of Man home

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Partner with business to offer skills, training and 1.02 Existing DESC Alex Allinson Dec 2021 accreditations

Enable the delivery of ultrafast fibre broadband to over 1.08 half of the Islands residents and businesses, should Existing DFE July 2021 they want it as part of a broader 5 year plan to enable the majority.

To establish a Development Corporation to be tasked 1.13 with urban regeneration and the redevelopment of New DfE Lawrie Hooper July 2021 unoccupied urban sites

We have a diverse economy where people choose to work and invest We have Island transport that meets our social and economic needs REF ACTION STATUS LEAD DEPARTMENT POLITICAL SPONSOR END DATE

2.07 Deliver the actions of the Locate Strategy Existing DFE Daphne Caine July 2021

Implement an overarching marketing campaign to 2.09 promote the Island’s Financial Services Sectors to an New DFE Peter Greenhill March 2021 international audience

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Investigate the potential e-sports proposition and 2.10 New DFE Daphne Caine March 2021 develop a strategy to capitalise on this sector

Treasury and Department for Enterprise to jointly 2.11 prepare and implement medium term economic New TSY / DFE Laurence Skelly July 2021 stimulus programmes by Dec 2020, ahead of a long term economic strategy framework

We have Island transport that meets our social and economic needs

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Complete the construction of the Isle of Man Ferry Existing 3.06 DOI Tim Baker July 2021 Terminal in Liverpool (Amended)

Ensure that all preparatory work for the expected audit 3.08 by the International Maritime Organisation is Existing DOI Tim Baker Dec 2020 undertaken by the date of the audit, expected to be in 2020

Deliver the items contained within the Active Travel 3.09 Existing DOI Tim Baker March 2021 Investment Plan

We have an education system which matches our skills requirements now and in the future

REF ACTION STATUS LEAD DEPARTMENT POLITICAL SPONSOR END DATE Update the 2001 Education Act to refresh existing 4.03 legislation and address gaps that exist in our current Existing DESC Alex Allinson Dec 2020 legislative framework

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4.04 Encourage and stimulate the return of our graduates Existing DESC/DFE Alex Allinson Dec 2020

4.06 Develop a lifelong learning strategy Existing DESC Claire Christian July 2021

We have an infrastructure which supports social and economic wellbeing

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5.03 Complete the substantial works to Douglas Promenade Existing DOI Tim Baker March 2021

Complete the regional sewerage infrastructure by the end of this administration, subject to planning 5.04 Existing MUA Tim Baker July 2021 permission

Develop brownfield sites at Jurby to create the 5.05 infrastructure needed to improve social and economic Existing DOI Tim Baker March 2021 wellbeing and meet the future needs of the community

We have utilities that support our Island, communities and business

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We are financially responsible while providing services that meet the needs of our community

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Re-finance the Government loan for the IOM Steam 7.10 Packet Company Ltd Existing TSY Alf Cannan Nov 2021

Implement the plan for rates modernisation as agreed Ray Harmer/Lawrie 7.11 NEW Cabinet Office Apr 2022 by Tynwald in October 2019 Hooper

Develop the longer term funding strategy for the 7.12 NEW Cabinet Office Ray Harmer Feb 2021 provision of Health and Social Care Services

Review the funding, delivery and accounting for capital 7.13 NEW TSY Alf Cannan Feb 2021 expenditure

Review and assess alternatives for the collection of 7.14 NEW TSY June 2021 welfare payments in cash

We have public services which are fit for purpose, modern and provided in the right place

REF ACTION STATUS LEAD DEPARTMENT POLITICAL SPONSOR END DATE Progress further incremental reforms to the machinery 8.12 of government to delivery more effective joined up Existing CABO Ray Harmer Dec 2020 working as one public service

Develop a 5 year strategy for the registries, including further digitisation such as annual returns and Laurence Skelly 8.13 NEW DFE July 2021 Beneficial Ownership information in the Companies Registry

We have more responsive legislation and regulation

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Introduce a competition bill which provides Amended 9.01 international credibility into branches and review our DEFA Martyn Perkins Dec 2020 Existing approach to regulating monopolies Modernise the Telecommunications Act and work with 9.03 industry to review associated mechanisms so that Existing CC Graham Cregeen Mar 2021 consumers are better served Following the review of the Electoral System, ensure 9.07 revised legislation is in place for the 2021 General Existing CABO Ray Harmer Oct 2020 Election

Lead on negotiations with Manx Gas to establish a new 9.08 regulatory agreement Existing CABO Howard Quayle Oct 2020

Introduce a Food Hygiene Rating Scheme 9.09 NEW DEFA Geoffrey Boot July 2021

Develop a regulatory framework to enable the 9.10 production and export of medicinal cannabis NEW DFE Lawrie Hooper Dec 2020

9.11 Introduce the Estate Agents Bill to update the NEW OFT/DEFA Martyn Perkins Mar 2021 regulatory controls on estate agents

9.12 Introduce the Adoption Bill NEW DHSC David Ashford Mar 2021

9.13 Introduce the Medicines Bill NEW DHSC David Ashford Mar 2021

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9.14 Implement approved Bathing Water Standards NEW DEFA Geoffrey Boot July 2021

We engage, participate and are respected internationally

REF ACTION STATUS LEAD DEPARTMENT POLITICAL SPONSOR END DATE Consider and respond to issues identified in the 10.01 international MONEYVAL report on the Isle of Man, Existing CABO Howard Quayle Apr 2020 prioritising and taking action as required Review and deliver new immigration rules that work Amended 10.10 for the economy of the Isle of Man Existing CABO Howard Quayle Mar 2020

Work with the UK as they negotiate their future economic relationship with the EU, to secure the best 10.13 NEW CABO Howard Quayle Dec 2020 possible outcome for the Isle of Man

Work with the UK as they negotiate their future 10.14 economic relationship with the rest of the world, to NEW CABO Howard Quayle July 2021 secure the best possible outcome for the Isle of Man

We are an Island where people choose to live and visit

REF ACTION STATUS LEAD DEPARTMENT POLITICAL SPONSOR END DATE Ensure Agri-Food export trade continues after the post Amended 11.07 EU Transitional period DEFA Geoffrey Boot April 2021 Existing

Introduce the Animal Welfare Bill to update regulatory 11.08 controls in relation to animal welfare Existing DEFA Geoffrey Boot July 2021

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To design and implement a recovery plan for the visitor economy following the disruption in the sector 11.10 caused by COVID19, targeting a return to previous NEW DFE Rob Callister Sept 2022 numbers and subsequently increase within 2 years

We have a planning system which supports sustainable growth

REF ACTION STATUS LEAD DEPARTMENT POLITICAL SPONSOR END DATE Progress area plans for North and West call for sites Amended 12.07 for completion late 2021, followed by frequent reviews CABO Ray Harmer Dec 2023 Existing of the full set of Area Plans Implement the action plan (dated May 2018) to 12.08 improve the planning system Existing CABO Ray Harmer Dec 2020

Amended 12.09 Undertake an audit of the Islands built and heritage CABO Ray Harmer Dec 2020 assets Existing

Make a proposal for introducing one or more National Policy Directives in respect of enabling sustainable 12.10 NEW CABO (With DEFA) Ray Harmer April 21 economic development to meet community needs given current priorities

We have a natural and built environment which we conserve and cherish and which is adapted to cope with the threats from climate change

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Open a new Strategic Special wastes disposal site to Amended 13.09 DOI Tim Baker Oct 2021 replace the current site at Wrights Pit North Existing

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Introduce a Climate Change Bill that will provide the 13.10 legal framework to enable to the delivery of net zero NEW DEFA Geoffrey Boot July 2021 emissions by 2050

Deliver Phase 1 of the Climate Change Action Plan, 13.11 NEW CABO Ray Harmer July 2021 reporting to Tynwald on progress in July 2020

Carry out further research and analytical work to understand the complexities and impact of professor Curran's report upon our economy, our environment 13.12 NEW CABO Ray Harmer June 2021 and across all sectors of our community, reporting to Tynwald with Governments Phase 2 climate change action plan

Develop a long term funding strategy for the Climate 13.13 NEW TSY Alf Cannan Feb 2022 Change Action Plan

We have affordable and accessible housing which meets our social and economic needs

REF ACTION STATUS LEAD DEPARTMENT POLITICAL SPONSOR END DATE Develop an all Island Housing Strategy, encompassing all elements of Housing work underway, and planned. NEW – 14.09 CABO Ray Harmer July 2021 Consider the strategic approach required and how this combined would be delivered. Develop and deliver a project to address emergency 14.10 accommodation, which would include requirements NEW CABO Ray Harmer July 2021 for a single night or longer term accommodation.

We have appropriate, flexible and equitable pensions for all

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We have open and transparent Government which engages effectively with Tynwald and the public

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We are tackling the inequalities in our Island society

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Change the way we help people get back to work by 17.02 Existing TSY Ralph Peake Apr 2021 establishing clearer support pathways

Implement the action plan for homelessness, hunger 17.09 Existing CABO Ray Harmer July 2021 and cold

Deliver a series of reports, through the Chief Ministers Amended – 17.10 Community Committee that will bring together the CABO Lawrie Hooper Mar 2021 needs of the community Existing

We live longer, healthier lives

REF ACTION STATUS LEAD DEPARTMENT POLITICAL SPONSOR END DATE Develop and bring the implementation of a digital strategy to that ensures comprehensive capture, 18.04 sharing and use of information. This will enable Amended DHSC David Ashford Mar-21 greater integration across the system, improved Existing monitoring and enhanced delivery of quality and efficiency-related information 18.08 Implement the mental health and LD services strategic plans Existing DHSC Ann Corlett Dec-21

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The provision of social care should be considered as part of the current review of future funding of nursing and residential care with the intention of removing disincentives to people requiring care and support 18.09 remaining in their home. This consideration should Existing CABO Ray Harmer July 2021 specifically include equalisation of the current threshold of financial assistance, a more flexible approach to funding to enable joint commissioning of broader care arrangements in the interests of the service user and provision of 24/7 social care access A comprehensive governance and accountability framework should be established aligned to agreed standards and underpinned, where necessary, by 18.11 legislation. A single public sector organisation, perhaps Existing DHSC Jason Moorhouse Jan-21 to be known as “Manx Care”, should be responsible for the delivery and/or commissioning from other providers of all required health and care services

Primary and/or secondary legislation should be introduced as required, and included in the legislative programme as soon as possible, in order to form a 18.14 modern, comprehensive legislative framework. This Existing DHSC Jason Moorhouse Mar-21 legislation should address weaknesses or gaps in the current system as well as enabling the implementation of the recommendations contained in this Report, such as any necessary legislation to establish Manx Care.

A core data set is essential for the management and 18.15 assessment of services and should be established. Existing DHSC David Ashford Mar-21

18.17 Update the ageing population research report from 2013 and revisit the actions plan Existing CABO Ray Harmer Oct 2020

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Achieve maximum waiting times after referral for non- 18.18 urgent consultant-led treatments of 18 weeks Mar 2023 Existing DHSC David Ashford

18.19 Introduce a unitary complaints process in the DHSC Existing DHSC David Ashford Jan-21

Introduce overhauled and sustainable private medical 18.20 services Existing DHSC David Ashford Jun-20

A service-by-service review of health and care provision - requiring detailed needs assessment, 18.21 analysis of care pathway redesign, consideration of NEW CABO David Ashford Jan 2024 on/off island delivery within agreed standards, supported by a longer term funding model Establish in statute and a single public sector organisation, to be known as "Manx Care", to be 18.22 responsible for the delivery and / or commissioning NEW CABO David Ashford Apr 2021 from other providers of all required health and care services

Develop a longer term funding strategy for the 18.23 NEW TSY Alf Cannan Feb 2022 provision of Health and Social Care services

We have improved the quality of life for children, young people and families at risk

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Implement the recommendations in the Care Inspectorate 2014 report of an inspection of services 19.01 for children and young people, and respond to the Existing CABO Ray Harmer Mar 2021 comments in the Care Inspectorate’s 2016 update report Services provided directly or indirectly by Manx Care should be inspected regularly by independent, external 19.03 Existing DHSC David Ashford Mar 2021 quality regulators, with a report to the Manx Care Board and to the DHSC.

We live our lives safe from crime and danger

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Widen the scope of offences covered by cautions and 20.01 Existing Home Affairs Graham Cregeen Mar-20 fixed penalty notices

Develop new guidelines for parole and probation Amended 20.02 Home Affairs Graham Cregeen Oct 20 frameworks Existing

Develop a strategy to enhance early intervention 20.10 through multi agency working to prevent offending Existing Home Affairs Graham Cregeen Jul-21 and reoffending

20.12 Update the fire services and fire safety legislation NEW Home Affairs Graham Cregeen Jul-21

20.13 Introduce new licensing legislation NEW Home Affairs Graham Cregeen Jul-21

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