Chief Minister Alf Cannan says £1.2 million has been set aside to set up a new border division in government.
In Tynwald, he responded to a question from Onchan MHK Julie Edge about border controls by announcing the Council of Ministers had already backed the scheme.
He said the new organisation would work with authorities in the UK, Channel Islands and Ireland.
And he explained what its aim would be:
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A Nigerian man who took his family to an employment tribunal has been awarded £941 because he wasn't given payslips.
Assisted dying laws passed by Tynwald - again
The Island's assisted dying laws have been voted through by Tynwald.
Phone box turns guide at government House
The Island's Lieutenant Governor will host a reception to celebrate putting a special gift to good use.
Church needs registered building consent for pointing work
A church in Onchan has applied for permission to carry out repairs to stop damp getting into the building.
Island planning new vape fluid tax
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Nearly £341k written off in overpaid benefits
The Treasury has written off almost £341,000 in overpaid benefits in the last three years.
MHK tables barrage of questions about planned windfarm
An MHK in the south of the Island has asked a series of questions for written reply about a proposed onshore windfarm.
Warning over kids crossing roads in front of buses
Bus Vannin has issued a warning for children - who it says are crossing the road dangerously after getting off its services.
