Here are some of the issues we have consulted on and their outcomes. See all outcomes
We asked for views on the draft secondary legislation to implement the Authority’s new fee structure as part of plans to move to a predominantly industry-funded model from 1 April 2023.
We received 12 responses to the Consultation Paper. Overall, no major issues with the draft secondary legislation were raised. The majority of responses sought clarification around the application of fees for their particular businesses. Some responses queried certain aspects of the fee structure.
We prepared a Consultation Response, which provides a summary of responses and corresponding changes to the fee structure along with changes to the draft Fees Orders and Regulations 2023 and the Funding Model document.
We plan to finalise the revised draft secondary legislation ready for laying before Tynwald for approval in the first quarter of 2023 for commencement on 1 April 2023.
The survey was published on the Government Consultation Hub and ran from 21.09.22 to 16.11.22. It was publicised by a number of methods including Press Release/Social Media, Reference on planning decision letters sent out and E-mails to the opt-in Planning User Group. The survey included a number of questions about topics including which services people used and how they rated the service received, finding information (including about our reception and website) and suggestions for improvements.
There were 110 responses to the survey, including 71 from members of the public and 27 from Developer/Applicant/Agent/Architects. This report sets these out in more detail, but a number of key issues/themes can be identified:
The survey results are very helpful in understanding what aspects of the service are particularly valued for people, what is currently done well and what areas are priorities for improvement. The results of the survey have been discussed with staff and a number of actions have been identified. Some of these are about informing how we progress/prioritise activity already planned as part of the BERP and some of these are additional actions. The results and our response are set out in more detail in the consultation response document provided.
The Treasury sought views in relation to National Insurance reform proposals.
332 responses were received, 194 of which were from employed individuals.
The responses indicated an overarching desire for fairness and strong support for the initial reform of National Insurance.
Further information on the feedback received can be found in the Consultation Report – summary of response below.
The Treasury is grateful to all who responded to the consultation.
As a result of the consultation the Department proposes to:
Further details, including a delivery plan, can be found in the Consultation Report – summary of response below.