Budget Breakfast 2026: A Direct Conversation on the Island’s Economic Future
Last Friday, we welcomed almost 100 members to Looky’s Bar for this year’s Budget Breakfast. The atmosphere was engaged, open and relaxed — but the discussion was serious.
Chamber hosts Budget & Beyond briefing with Treasury Minister
Treasury Minister Chris Thomas MHK attended a Chamber of Commerce event to give a Budget update to the business community.
Budget is a step in the right direction
Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce has welcomed Budget measures to boost take home pay for lower earners
Ministers give update to business community at Chamber of Commerce event
Chief, Deputy Chief & Enterprise Ministers speak at 3 Ministers briefing
Chamber welcomes new minimum wage increase & personal tax allowance Budget proposals
The Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce welcomes the decision to increase the minimum wage rate for over-18s from £11.45 to £12.86 from April 1st.
Chamber again urges MHKs to support pragmatic minimum wage compromise to protect jobs | Jan 2026
The Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce has consistently warned of the impact that a significant minimum wage increase would have on employment, business viability and the wider economy.
Media Release | ‘A national crisis’: Chamber & business community call for urgent review of 9.9% minimum wage increase | Dec 2025
The 9.9% minimum wage increase due to come into effect next April will have such a devastating impact on the Island’s economy that it now represents a ‘national crisis’.
Post Event Briefing | Shaping the Isle of Man’s New National AI Office | Nov 2025
Thank you to everyone who joined our recent cross-sector briefing on Government’s plans to create a National AI Office.
Chamber responds to proposed Biosphere/tourism levy
Tynwald is considering a Biosphere/tourism levy to support sustainability. The Chamber welcomes debate but stresses any levy must protect tourism and hospitality during tough trading conditions.