Isle of Man chief minister Tony Brown to retire
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| Chief Minister Tony Brown will not be standing in the 2011 general elections |
After 35 years in public service, Tony Brown said the time was right for him to step down from Manx politics.
Mr Brown began his political career in 1976 as a commissioner for Castletown and has since served 30 years in office as a member of the House of Keys.
He said he has been fortunate to serve the people of Castletown and the island for such a long time.
He added: “As a political representative I have always endeavoured to be accessible, approachable and open with people.
“I have also endeavoured to act impartially and with integrity”.
