With immigration a big concern on the door step and dramatically falling birth rates the next government faces a difficult challenge even to maintain current population levels. The previous administration very briefly talked about a target population of a hundred thousand by 2035 but was that ever realistic or even desirable? Previous government’s have relied on population growth to fuel the economy and grow taxes but will that be possible with falling birth rates across Europe and a backlash against immigration? We’ll find out tomorrow who want to be the next Chief Minister and lets hope they realise what they’re letting themselves in for. We certainly need an exceptional leader to get us through the challenges that lie ahead.

A number of our new MHKs have spoken about their business experience and how that will help them as newly elected MHKs. Are there transferable skills between business and politics and how will these shape the future direction of our government? There’s a lot to learn about how to be a successful MHK but much of that learning takes place on the doorstep during canvassing. Knowing what your electorate thinks and doing your best to represent them is the key to success in the Keys. Sounds simple doesn’t it ..?

Election Day is fast approaching and we all have a big decision to take. We’ve had the manifestos and we’ve heard the interviews and hustings but how do we choose the best people to lead our Island to a brighter future? When does the planning start for a new Chief Minister and new government and will a new leader emerge with no Keys experience? So much to consider on this week's Agenda . While the election intensity will disappear overnight, the next few weeks will lock in place the direction of travel for our government for the next five years. We need to choose wisely on Thursday then trust our MHKs to get things right.