A former MHK standing in the Local Authority Election in April says trust in politicians is 'more important now' than it ever has been. 

David Cretney is hoping to represent Douglas South for Douglas City Council and has housing, dog fouling and protecting public parks and spaces as the key topics on his manifesto.

He believes his previous political experience will help him in the role of councillor if elected and is currently the first candidate to declare they are standing.

Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to him.