£2 million is being spent on extra staff to help drive economic growth.
The Department of Economic Development will recruit six people to help pursue business development in five areas.
These include the UK North and countries strategies, high net worth individuals, the visitor economy and marketing in order to raise awareness of the Island.
Minister John Shimmin says the staff will be on temporary contracts:
Primary school opens new reading shed dedicated to storyteller
A new shed has been installed at a primary school in the north-east of the Island in memory of a man who read stories there.
Emergency road closure in Glen Vine until 1pm
A road in the West of the Island is closed until 1pm today for emergency repairs.
Don't jump into the unknown, warn IOMFRS
The Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service are reminding people to be sensible before jumping into the sea.
Have you seen this car?
Police are appealing to the public to look out for a car which is the subject of an investigation.
2,542 calls to 999 last month
The emergency services responded to more than 2,400 callouts last month.
Community service for man who stole from brother
A man who stole thousands of pounds worth of items from his brother has been ordered to do community service.
Council to spend £40k on prom lights
Douglas Council will dip into reserves to pay for decorative lighting on the promenade sea wall.
Mountain Road due to reopen tonight
The Mountain Road remains closed today as roadworks continue.
