Candidate for Douglas South · Announced 20 July 2026
Third candidate to stand for election in Douglas South Livia Lenarduzzi hopes to gain a seat in the House of Keys.
AI-generated summary from all available evidence sources
Livia Lenarduzzi, an independent candidate and local business owner, is standing for election in Douglas South with a platform centred on safeguarding and enhancing the Isle of Man's quality of life. Drawing on her experience running a restaurant and guest accommodation, she presents herself as a pragmatic newcomer focused on practical solutions rather than ideology.
Overall, Lenarduzzi's manifesto is aspirational, focusing on quality of life, economic stability, and practical governance. However, it lacks detailed policy proposals, making it difficult for voters to assess how she would deliver on her promises or address the Island's most complex challenges.
Lenarduzzi prioritises 'getting the economy back on track' and draws on her experience as a business owner. She emphasises practical solutions and protecting what works, indicating a centrist, slightly pro-business approach. [Manx Radio candidate profile]
No concrete economic policies or funding plans are specified; it is unclear how she would address economic challenges beyond general statements.
She mentions concerns about the performance of healthcare services and wants to safeguard quality of life, indicating a desire for improvement but not aligning with a particular ideological stance. [Manx Radio candidate profile]
No concrete proposals are offered to address NHS waiting times, staff shortages, or funding issues.
Lenarduzzi highlights access to housing as a key challenge, suggesting awareness of the current housing shortage and affordability issues in Douglas South. No proposed solutions are given. [Manx Radio candidate profile]
She does not specify whether she supports new builds, regulation, or other interventions, leaving voters without a clear sense of her approach.
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She identifies the cost of living as a major concern for residents and links it to her goal of improving quality of life. However, no specific measures are outlined to address inflation or affordability. [Manx Radio candidate profile]
Without policy detail, it is unclear what steps she would take to address cost of living pressures or how these would be funded.
Lenarduzzi calls for government to deliver 'value and efficiency' for taxpayers, reflecting a centrist to slightly right-leaning focus on public sector performance. [Manx Radio candidate profile]
She does not specify which areas of government she considers inefficient or what reforms she would support.
AI-generated questions based on the candidate's manifesto, policy positions, public statements, and gaps in their platform — grounded in Isle of Man data.
You cite 'getting the economy back on track' as a priority, but what specific policies would you implement to stimulate growth in Douglas South, and how would you fund them given the Island's current budget constraints?
You highlight the cost of living crisis, but do not propose any concrete measures. Would you support targeted subsidies, tax relief, or regulation of essential services to help residents, and how would you ensure these are sustainable?
Access to housing is a major issue in Douglas South. What is your position on new housing developments, affordable housing quotas, or rent controls, and how would you balance these with preserving community character?
You mention concerns about healthcare performance. What specific reforms would you support to reduce NHS waiting times at Noble's Hospital or improve recruitment and retention of healthcare staff?
You call for greater government efficiency. Can you identify which departments or services you believe are underperforming, and what reforms (e.g., digital transformation, outsourcing, public sector pay review) you would champion?
As a business owner, how would you address the challenges faced by small and medium enterprises on the Island, such as recruitment difficulties, high energy costs, and digital infrastructure needs?
Given your focus on 'protecting what works,' are there any current government policies or services you believe should be left unchanged, and why?
Many candidates promise to improve quality of life, but what measurable outcomes would you use to demonstrate success if elected, and how will you be held accountable?
All scores, summaries, and questions are AI-generated from public evidence.They do not imply wrongdoing.
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Stated policy positions (research pack)
candidate-research-pack## Stated policy positions Primary source: [Manx Radio 2026 candidate profile](https://www.manxradio.com/election-2026/election-candidates/livia-lenarduzzi/). The following is candidate-supplied profile material published by Manx Radio; it should not be treated as independent verification. - Livia Lenarduzzi - Livia is an independent candidate standing in Douglas South. - She's a business owner and company director, running a restaurant and guest accommodation on the Island. - She has two cats and Pomeranian dogs, and this is her first time standing for election. - Livia says: " I want the Isle of Man to be the best place in the world to live, work and raise a family. - " To achieve that, we must protect what already works, address the challenges we face honestly, and focus on practical solutions that improve people's lives. - " I want future generations to enjoy the same opportunities, safety and quality of life that have made the Isle of Man such a special place to call home. - " The Isle of Man is a wonderful place to call home, but many residents are concerned about the cost of living, access to housing, the performance of our healthcare services, and whether government is delivering the value and efficiency that taxpayers deserve. " - We asked each candidate to tell us what their priorities would be if elected. - Livia chose getting the economy back on track, and improving and safeguarding people's quality of life.
News coverage and public record
candidate-research-pack## News coverage and public record - **Manx.News:** [Lenarduzzi to Stand in Douglas South](https://www.manx.news/lenarduzzi-to-stand-in-douglas-south/) — Livia Lenarduzzi has announced she will contest Douglas South as an independent candidate in the upcoming House of Keys election. #isleofman
Candidacy reported by Manx Radio
Manx RadioThird candidate to stand for election in Douglas South Livia Lenarduzzi hopes to gain a seat in the House of Keys.
