Interview Panel
Authority [[department-for-enterprise
Date received 2025-06-26
Outcome All information sent
Outcome date 2025-07-24
Topic [[government-administration

Summary

The requester sought the names of the interview panel for the non-executive Chair of Visit Isle of Man and clarification on political involvement. The Department for Enterprise disclosed the full list of panel members, confirming that one Member of the House of Keys participated in the process.

Key Facts

  • The interview panel for the non-executive Chair of Visit Isle of Man consisted of three individuals.
  • Sarah Maltby MHK, a political figure, sat on the interview panel as the Political Member for Visit Isle of Man.
  • Deborah Heather, CEO of Visit Isle of Man, was a member of the panel.
  • Andrew Stewart, then Director of Policy & Strategy, was a member of the panel.
  • The appointment resulting from this process was Mr Andrew Mackness.

Data Disclosed

  • 2025-06-26
  • 2025-07-24
  • 4758173
  • 20 minutes
  • 2 pages
  • 1 document

Original Request

Dear Department for Enterprise,

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2015, I would be grateful if you might provide me with the following information:

  1. The names and titles of all individuals who sat on the interview panel for the recruitment of the non-executive Chair of Visit Isle of Man, which ultimately led to the appointment of Mr Andrew Mackness.

  2. I am seeking clarification on whether any Members of the House of Keys (MHKs), Members of the Legislative Council (MLCs), or other political figures were involved in the interview or selection process, and if so, who they were.

If any part of this request requires clarification or refinement to enable a full response, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank-you.