The Chief Minister says it's 'very troubling' that more people on the Island are relying on food banks.
Howard Quayle said in Tynwald yesterday that evidence appears to suggest a 28 per cent increase in the use of food banks over the summer holidays last year.
He added that 'no child should go hungry under any circumstances'.
It came in response to a question from Garff MHK Daphne Caine on what action is being taken to prevent increased demand on the Isle of Man Food Bank.
Three weather warnings now in place for Monday
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued one amber and two yellow warnings for Monday.
More severe gales on the way in yellow warning
Forecasters have issued a new weather warning about gusts of up to 65mph this week.
Investigation launched after attack leaves man with serious injuries
Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault in Anagh Coar last night.
Beach hut firm assessing damage after storm
A business in the south of the Island says it's inspecting beach huts today after the were almost washed away by last night's storm.
Douglas hotel announces closure
One of the capital's best-known hotels is to close after being run by the same family for almost half a century.
Mountain Road shut until lunchtime
Police say the Mountain Road will remain shut until later today amid ongoing storms.
Mountain Road closed until Sunday
Police say part of the Mountain Road will be shut for the rest of today.
Ramsey to see storm surge flooding tonight, says amber weather warning
Forecasters have issued a fourth weather warning to come into force later.
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