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Tue, 12 Jul 2011
Clare Christian
Clare Christian has been elected as the new presdient of Tynwald
She received 20 votes to Steve Rodan's 12
One ballot paper was spoilt
Chief Minister Tony Brown wasn't nominated, despite announcing his intention to stand.
The Speaker of the House of Keys Steve Rodan was nominated by Infrastructure Minister Phil Gawne and seconded by MLC Juan Turner.
Mrs Christian from the Legislative Council was put forward by Eddie Lowey, and seconded by Quintin Gill.
