The Chief Minister says homelessness on the Island is a 'complex issue'.
In a Tynwald question for written response, Garff MHK Daphne Caine asked the Chief Minister Howard Quayle what the government is doing about the rising levels of poverty.
Mrs Caine says more people are using the food bank and becoming at risk of losing their homes than ever before.
In his response, Mr Quayle says the government needs to find out why people don't have roofs over their heads.
LegCo to face questions in this morning's sitting
Members of the Legislative Council will face a total of seven questions when they sit later.
Passport prices to rise
The price of a passport is going up by almost eight per cent in August.
House of Keys to sit for final time before election
The House of Keys will sit later this morning, with the last chance for three new laws to be passed before the general election.
Island cyclist to ride in Tour De France
An Island cyclist has been selected to compete in the Tour De France, starting this Saturday, July 4.
Police appeal over promenade street brawl
Police are appealing for witnesses to a fight which happened on Central Promenade in Douglas
Well-known farm in the west up for sale
A landmark farm in the west of the Island has gone on the market.
Pet foodbank needs your help!
An Island organisation which acts as a food bank for pets on the Island is appealing for urgent help after a surge in demand.
How much cash can government raise in 10 days, asks MHK
How much cash can the government lay its hands on in 10 days if it needed to?
