The Island's business community are lobbying Tynwald to suspend the work permit system.
They argue it's unneccessary red tape, when traditionally 99.9% of all work permit applications are granted anyway.
A relaxing in the rules would help address the significant labour shortage affecting most sectors of the economy.
Chamber of Commerce CEO Rebecca George says the current set up is seriously stifling local businesses, with some applications taking upto nine months.
Chief Minister says details on cost-savings to come in April
The Island's chief minister says he'll give more details about potential money-saving in government next April.
DoI says it would protect bus services during strike
The Department of Infrastructure will try to protect services in the event of a bus strike, according to minister Michelle Haywood.
Peel bids farewell to lifeboat of over 30 years
Peel's bid a fond farewell to a lifeboat which served the town for nearly three decades.
Fire & Rescue Service deals with 11 incidents in one day
The Island's Fire and Rescue service dealt with a total of 11 incidents across the Island yesterday, Tuesday, December 16.
Avoid Fairy Bridge after crash, say police
Police say you should consider taking a different route home after a crash on the New Castletown Road.
Man can sue DHSC over respite care PTSD allegations
A man with cerebral palsy can sue the Department of Health and Social Care over claims ill-treatment in care gave him PTSD.
More EV chargers at Sea Terminal?
The Sea Terminal in Douglas could get getting new charging points for electric vehicles - if planners give new proposals the green light.
Company warns over fake delivery emails
Don't fall for a delivery scam doing the rounds on the Island.
