A pilot scheme with a near £23-million budget is underway to aid primary education on the Island.
The news was revealed by Treasury Minister, Alf Cannan, in Tynwald on Tuesday.
He says the £22.6-million pot is for the scheme that is being run by the Department of Education, Sports and Culture.
It comes after MHK Julie Edge had quizzed him on priority based budgeting, in particular for the DESC department.
Mother campaigning for more support for uni students
A petition's calling on government to provide more support for Manx university students has reached nearly 300 signatures.
Woman plans to ride 100 miles for charity
A local woman plans to cycle 100 miles to raise money for four Island charities, starting this week.
Roadworks near Foxdale this week
The Department of Infrastructure says it's carrying out roadworks on a route near Foxdale this week.
Postal vote deadline looms for those living abroad
If you live outside the British Isles and want to vote by post in this month's election, you have just hours to apply.
MP reveals more details of Whitehaven ferry proposals
An MP who wants to set up a ferry route from Cumbria to the Island has revealed more details about what's proposed.
Council wishes Bee Gee happy 80th birthday
Douglas Council's wished one of the Island's biggest stars a very happy birthday!
Warning over traffic delays as city centre work gets underway
A busy street in Douglas city centre will have temporary lights this week.
Cruise ship makes fifth visit of year
A cruise ship is making her fifth visit of the season to the Isle of Man today.
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