The House of Commons has heard a call for the Isle of Man to show "common sense and flexibility" over visa rules.
Strangford MP Jim Shannon made the call on Wednesday, June 3 during a Westminster debate about improving the UK's visa system.
He said a recent rule change made by the Manx government had affected trawlers in his constituency because foreign crews could no longer work freely in Manx waters.
And he added one idea was to introduce a dedicated, bespoke visa for fishing crews.
Sharp rise in capital's outstanding rates
Douglas Council says the amount of unpaid rates at the end of the financial year was more than twice the previous year's figure.
Infrastructure minister admitted 95% rejected 20mph scheme
A meeting to review the all-Island 20mph scheme heard 95 per cent of people who'd contacted the new Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall opposed the idea.
Injured TT racer awaiting scan results in Liverpool
A newcomer who was seriously injured during a supersport race at this year's TT is awaiting scan results to see if he'll need spinal surgery.
New report shows government workforce rose again
The government says its total personnel increased by just under half a per cent in the first quarter of this year.
Total of 43 babies born last month
A total of 43 babies were born in May, according to the latest figures from the Jane Crookall Maternity Unit.
Only eight food hygiene staff to inspect 1,800 businesses
Food hygiene inspections are being contracted out because government has just eight qualified staff to inspect 1,800 Island businesses.
Council decides to start charging for Funeral streaming
Douglas Council says it's going to start charging bereaved families for streaming funerals at the Crematorium online in future.
Airsoft club launches charity campaign
The Manx Airsoft Club has launched a campaign to raise money for two local mental health charities.
