The Island's Chief Constable says if things don't change the police will run out of money for the first time in ten years.
Gary Roberts gave evidence to Tynwald's Public Accounts Committee yesterday in Douglas.
He said budget cuts and staff shortages have had significant consequences for the Island.
And he warned a limited training budget threatens the Island's policing standards - which he warned could become 'mediocre'.
Gales put two ferry sailings at risk tonight
Should the Island throw a birthday party for Barry Gibb?
Warning issued over icy roads
High ground could see 4 inches of snow on Saturday night
Mountain Road unlikely to open before Monday
Yellow warning for freezing temperatures tonight
School bangers night called off
AK47 and Uzi handed in to police