The government is committed to growing the Island's skilled workforce.
That's according to Education, Sport and Culture Minister, Graham Cregeen, as he congratulated the first group of dental nurse apprentices for gaining level 3 diplomas supported by the governments Skills Development Scheme.
Mr Cregeen added vocational training is key in making this objective possible.
The scheme offers 100 per cent of training costs towards foundational qualifications.
Is the Island ready for 100,000 people?
How will the Island's schools and health system cope with 100,000 people?
Set your alarms! Young Farmers Concert tickets on sale this weekend
Tickets to one of the Isle of Man's most-anticipated theatre events will go on sale this weekend.
Treasury Minister says a tax threshold rise could cost £2.5m
Treasury Minister Chris Thomas says more work would be done to calculate how much raising income tax allowances would cost the government.
Snow shuts the Mountain Road
The Mountain Road has been closed today due to heavy snow and dangerous driving conditions.
Stop putting knives in recycling, says council
Douglas Council is asking people not to put knives in recycling boxes.
Bee Gees to release limited-edition box set
The Bee Gees are to release a special collector's set of their biggest hits this month - including previously unreleased material.
Northern Irish politician criticises Manx visa rules
Changes to Manx visa rules for fishing boats have caused a political row in Northern Ireland.
Elective surgical unit opens at hospital
Manx Care says its new Elective Surgical Unit is now open.
